Rabbi's Corner

Message from the Rabbi

“Then the LORD opened Balaam's eyes, and he saw the angel of the LORD standing in the way, with his drawn sword in his hand…” (Numbers 22:31)

Sometimes the most important truths, the most urgent warnings, the most obvious signs—are right in front of us, and we still miss them.
This verse reminds us that clarity—true clarity—often requires humility. We must be willing to accept that we don’t always see what’s right in front of us. Sometimes we’re too proud, too distracted, too committed to our plans or perspectives to notice the truth that's blocking our path.
We don't see a loved one’s silent pain because we’re caught up in our own drama.
We charge forward in a project or relationship without noticing the warning signs.
We overlook opportunities for kindness, growth, or connection because they arrive in unexpected or humble forms.
Listen to unlikely voices. Sometimes it’s the “donkey”—the child, the outsider, the quiet person—who sees more clearly than the “experts.”
In our world of distraction and noise, the greatest spiritual act may be simply to pay attention to the person sitting across from you. To see the pain you keep ignoring. To the voice in your heart saying: this isn’t the right way.