Written by Anonymous
The opening of parshas Tzav deals with the fires that were to be on the mizbeyach (altar). Regarding this subject, the gemarra (braisa, yoma 21b) brings an interesting point... The mitzvah is that there should be a constant fire on the mizbeyach, and HaShem actually made the fire. But why are we commanded to do anything to make sure the fire is constant if HaShem anyway ignited a constant fire there? Because, quotes the gemarra, “even though fire came from the heavens, it’s a mitzvah for us to bring fire too.”
One can learn two messages here: Firstly, we have the ability to have a partnership with HaShem, so to speak; where He brings His fire and we bring ours. But we can also learn that even if something is inevitable since HaShem will cause it, we must still do our bit and do whatever we can. A great example is the moshiach, which we know HaShem will bring sooner or later – but we must still play our role in trying to hasten his arrival. At least that’s something to think about the next time you see something burning!
Humor
What kind of cheese do I eat on Pesach? Matzo-rella
Who was the best businesswoman in the Bible? Pharaoh's daughter, she pulled a profit out of the water.
The Jews are camped in front of the Red Sea. They see the Egyptian chariots approaching. Moses turns to his PR man. Moses - "Nu, where are those boats you got us?" PR Guy - "Boats? You didn't say nothing 'bout no boats." Moses - "So what do you want I should do? Part the waters and we can all just walk across?" PR Guy - "If you can swing that, I'll get you your own chapter in the Bible!"
Knock, Knock Who's there? EliYa EliYa who? EliYaHu HaNavi
