In this week’s parsha, Rashi explains how the lives of tzadikim, beloved to Hashem, are described in detail in the Torah. This is in contrast to reshaim like Eisav whose lives are not dwelled upon. Rashi compares the reshaim to ‘rocks’, something that is discarded when searching for a gem in the sand. The implication is that a life of evil is as worthless as a rock.

What is the value of a human life? Although the chemical composition of man is worth little more than $980, in the Torah’s eyes, a life is invaluable. But are we living our best life? How we can we ensure we’re not ‘living like a rock’, going through the motions of life but not adding anything of lasting value? Our potential in ruchnius is unlimited. We are neshamos with infinite potential. This shmuz gives us the focus we need to ensure our actions are purposeful and our lives are ones of meaning.