<p>Today's letter addresses a fundamental question: if the whole goal of Judaism is action, why is there so much theoretical and philosophical material in the Torah? And why do the Ten Commandments begin with a theological statement of truth, instead of some call to action?</p>

Today's letter addresses a fundamental question: if the whole goal of Judaism is action, why is there so much theoretical and philosophical material in the Torah? And why do the Ten Commandments begin with a theological statement of truth, instead of some call to action?

Why is Torah so theoretical?

An immersive journey into the profound teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Each episode delves into one of the Rebbe's personal or public correspondences, unpacking each letter's historical context, tracing its roots in Shas and Poskim, and comparing its thesis with the Rebbe's broader work to reveal a comprehensive philosophy on contemporary issues.

Original letters and Sichos for this Shiur are available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12ehoGNXfgJTm4xCQKYNRRBW2E0XMscsL?usp=sharing

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An immersive journey into the profound teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Each episode delves into one of the Rebbe's personal or public correspondences, unpacking each letter's historical context, tracing its roots in Shas and Poskim, and comparing its thesis with the Rebbe's broader work to reveal a comprehensive philosophy on contemporary issues. Original letters and Sichos for this Shiur are available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12ehoGNXfgJTm4xCQKYNRRBW2E0XMscsL?usp=sharing

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