How to Acquire Torah – Shavuos and Parshas Beha’aloscha 5771
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The Shlah HaKodosh teaches us that each Yom Tov ties in to the Parsha that is read during the week that it falls out. What does Parshas Beha’aloscha have to do with the Holiday of Kaballas HaTorah?
Going through all of the themes of the Parsha sheds beautiful insight regarding the importance and approach towards getting closer to Hashem and His Torah. The Parsha begins with the word, “Beha’aloscha, when you go up,” this is the theme of the entire Torah, personal growth and development. Life is seen as a great opportunity for upward growth and working towards becoming a self-motivated and high integrity person.
The Parsha begins by discussing the Menorah. My dear Rebbe, Rabbi Asher Zelig Rubenstein shlit”a always quotes Rashi who explains how Aharon lit the Menorah in the Mishkan. Aharon was to hold the flame onto the wick until the wick itself became aflame and was able to draw oil and stay lit on its own. This represents the two vital stages of learning Torah. First, we strive to connect to our Rebbe who teaches us Torah knowledge and skills, this is akin to Aharon HaKohen’s flame. The next stage is to take in the lessons and become a flame on our own, with our personal development and strengths. This is what brings light to the world.
The Leviim are singled out in our Parsha and given great honor. This teaches us that those that uphold and represent the Torah will be given great recognition and honor for their dedication. Torah brings greatness to all who embrace its study. On Shavuos one should understand that with a commitment and diligence, Torah knowledge and success can be ours!
Next comes the topic of Pesach Shaini, the make-up Pesach for those that missed it the first time around. The lesson is that it is never too late to connect to Hashem. Even if one was unclean or too distant in the past, the Torah teaches that one can always come back and connect with Hashem. There is one condition though to this and that is: “Lamah nigarah, why should we lose out and be inferior?!” The men that were unclean and far away asked for another chance with a clear expression of their interest and passion to get closer to Hashem. It is never too late to start for one who is passionate and excited to connect with Hashem.
The next topic is that of the Clouds of Glory and Fire that protected and guided the Jews in the desert. The beauty of the Torah is that when one listens to its message, we allow Hashem to guide our lives. Hashem is our great Father who loves and cares for us and only wants to see us succeed. Hashem wants to take care of us and He gave us the Torah with clear instructions that state: “for best results in life, use as follows…” This is what the actual word Torah means, “Moreh Derech, guide for life.”
Next, Hashem taught the Jews the lesson regarding the Misonanim, the complainers. If one is focused on negativity, he or she will indeed be very miserable. Only one who is happy with his lot and appreciates the bounty that Hashem gives him will be happy.
In the end of the Parsha, Hashem tells Moshe to appoint 70 Elders to help lead the Jews. This is to show that we always need elders to turn to for advice and guidance and Hashem wants us to turn to Daas Torah in order to learn how to live life.
Finally, the Parsha ends with Moshe’s passionate plea for his sister Miriam to be healed and the Nation waiting seven days until she recovered. This signifies the great love and respect that one must have towards his fellow brothers and sisters. The Torah only rests on one who has Derech Eretz and compassion towards others.
There are so many lessons found in the Parsha that relate to Shavuos. May we merit a sweet and inspirational Yom Tov filled with growth in Torah and connection to our family and friends.
Categories: Parshas Beha'aloscha, Shavuos
