Everything is Analyzed by God Before Implementation

– "Jacob, the grandson of Abraham, brought twelve sons into the world. These sons established twelve Hebrew tribes, continued on the path of their ancestors, and founded the basis of the Jewish people. One of Jacob's sons, Joseph, was sold by his brothers to Arab spice traders, who then sold him to the royal court of ancient Egypt. When Pharaoh, king of Egypt, discovered Joseph's prophetic abilities, he promoted him to the position of prime minister. A few years later, when it became known that a significant agricultural crisis was about to impact the world, Joseph advised the king, using his skills, to store large amounts of food, turning Egypt into a powerful economic nation.

"Since the famine also struck the Land of Israel, Joseph's brothers went down to Egypt to buy food. They met Joseph and settled in Egypt, where they multiplied and prospered. A few years later, a new Pharaoh conspired against the Hebrews, declaring that their existence threatened the empire, and enslaved them brutally for two hundred and ten years."

"After this period, the world experienced a reality unseen since the advent of man on Earth: the visible presence of Hashem in every detail of human life! At that time, no one doubted the existence or power of Hashem because the changes to the regular order of natural phenomena were quite striking."

"The Hebrews were freed from slavery and moved toward the Sinai Desert. However, most did not leave Egypt because their faith in Hashem was not strong enough to allow them to leave without food and drink. Furthermore, their situation in Egypt had become too comfortable after they acquired much wealth during their liberation process. Imagine how difficult it is to leave behind your entire previous life and all your possessions to venture into the desert. As you know, habit, wealth, and personal interests are barriers to seeing the truth."

"Then, under the leadership of Moses—a simple man who was from the tribe of Levi but whose origins were unknown to the Hebrews—the people went into the desert. Seven weeks later, Hashem revealed Himself to the people and gave them the Torah. That moment was a pivotal historic moment for all of humanity! There, they received the 'instruction manual.' Additionally, during that event, millions of people witnessed the existence and will of Hashem, and after this occurred, no person could rationally doubt this event."

"Despite all this, the newly formed Jewish people erred in the episode of the Golden Calf. If not for this mistake, the ultimate purpose of the world's creation would have been achieved at that moment."

"Hashem forgave them and gave them another chance, but He once again concealed Himself to make it more challenging for humanity to reach its destiny and to preserve free choice. Since then, He began to reveal Himself only to a certain number of people, at specific moments, and in a limited manner. He no longer appeared everywhere but in the Mishkan—a temporary sanctuary that the Jews built in the desert and carried with them on their journeys."

"Forty years later, the people entered the Land of Israel and became a nation. In the initial period, there was no central governance. They organized according to their tribes—with defined land borders and agriculture as the main economic source. The study of Torah was the common denominator that united the people. The Mishkan was established in Shiloh and moved to several places until it reached its final destination—Jerusalem. Then it was replaced by the Temple, built by King Solomon."

"In the early period, without central governance, it often happened that the people strayed from the right path, and they would find themselves the target of oppressive nations. In such situations, a central leader (judge) would always appear, uniting and saving them—when the people remembered Hashem and returned to the right path. Later, the people felt the need for a central, permanent rule to unite Israel into a kingdom, according to the form of governance common in those days."

"The first Kingdom of Israel lasted for three generations until it was divided into two: the Kingdom of Israel and the Kingdom of Judah. However, it wasn't long before both kingdoms were attacked by other nations."

– "Well done! In a few words, we managed to cover hundreds of years of history. I'm convinced that the people have suffered and continue to suffer many persecutions."

– "We have much more to tell."

– "I really enjoyed today's lesson, but honestly, I'm tired. Can we continue tomorrow?"

– "As you wish! You, as a new student, still feel the need to sleep. We here enjoy the study of Torah so much that four hours of rest per day suffice for us. We cannot waste time!"

– "I would like to stay, but I'm afraid it wouldn't be effective."

I returned thoughtfully to the inn. That day was truly enlightening. In just a few hours, I learned the entire history of humanity from a different perspective! It's amazing how everything fits together into one grand plan! Indeed, there is no occurrence that God does not analyze and ponder before implementing.

From the book "Dan's Journey for the Meaning of Life", by Roni Dayan. To purchase the book at Hidabroot Shops, click here.