To Begin Again | October 5th, 2026

See today's text here:In this episode of The Daily Derech, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein explores Parashat Bereshit, Hilchot Shabbat, and a teaching from Menorat HaMaor about divine justice and measure for measure.The Parashah section examines the creation of humanity and Rashi’s interpretation of the two yuds in the word describing Adam’s formation. This teaching suggests that human beings contain both a physical nature suited to this world and a spiritual dimension connected to the world of resurrection.The Rambam begins Hilchot Shabbat by explaining that resting on Shabbat is a positive commandment, while refraining from labor is a negative commandment. He also outlines the consequences for intentional and unintentional violations.Menorat HaMaor explores the principle that people are judged according to their actions and that divine punishment operates measure for measure. The teaching emphasizes personal responsibility and the importance of using awareness of divine justice to avoid wrongdoing.Today's text: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zGMK9tDMhwS9rvrxQFzQEDz3DPzTU2yR/view?usp=sharingLearn more at exploringjudaism.org/thedailyderech and reach out to Rabbi Rubenstein here.