Guiding Generations

The Power We Carry: Teaching Our Children to Represent Hashem


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In this week’s Guiding Generations, Rabbi Shifman explores a powerful lesson from Parshas Emor. Why does the Torah detail the background of the blasphemer? What connection is there between striking another Jew and cursing Hashem Himself? Rabbi Shifman uncovers a profound truth: every Jew is a living ambassador of God. As parents, this insight reshapes how we view ourselves — and how we teach our children to view their role in the world. Through stories of ancient sibling rivalry and modern-day lessons, Rabbi Shifman highlights how a child’s actions toward others reflect a deeper relationship with Hashem, offering practical parenting wisdom on how to instill dignity, self-worth, and responsibility into the next generation.

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Guiding GenerationsBy Rabbi Mordechai Shifman