On Pesach, we are only allowed to eat matzah — representing humility, acceptance, and faith.
On Shavuot, by contrast, in the Beit Hamikdash we brought the offering of two loaves of bread — representing understanding, depth, and intellect.
When building a nation, a relationship, or educating a child — first comes faith and humility, and only then intellect and understanding.
This is why Pesach comes before Shavuot.
A person can spend a lifetime lost when when his or her choices begins with intellect instead of acceptance.
Sometimes you are right — and YOU choose to give in.
Sometimes you are tired — and YOU choose to listen.
Sometimes you want to be alone — and YOU choo… Read More »