From the Rabbis Desk:
Each Jewish Holiday has a unique element that we celebrate. Menorahs on Chanukah or the Shofar on the High Holidays, Shavuos celebrates the Torah. Marking 3327 years since we became a Chosen Nation- People of the Book- at Mount Sinai.
But what exactly is the Torah? It’s got to be more than just a set of do’s and don’tsthat restrict our lives in so many ways!
Indeed, the Kaballah shares with us a stunning revelation: Istakel beoraysa uvara alamah- G-d used the Torah as his building plans for Creation.
Like the tiny chromosomes are to the healthy human body: A single extra chromosome is the difference between a healthy child and a child with Down Syndrome!
Like HTML code is to computer images, websites and programs: a single extra or deficient letter causes that dreaded ‘failed to upload’ message on your screen.
So is Torah to the World: A correct adherence to its laws, values and principles results in a successful experience in this world, any deficiency can result in disaster.
Why? Because the Torah is the building blocks of Creation. It is the DNA of the Universe.
Jews in on this secret are quite pedantic- they understand the correlation between Torah and the World as cause and effect, and constantly seek to ensure that the cause is strong and healthy.
The Mitzvah of Shavuos is to gather in Shul on Wednesday next week and to hear the Reading of the Ten Commandments. Doing so, recharges the source of all our blessings and replenishes our physical experience with healthy and strong source code.
Torah- Just Do it!