Thursday, February 18, 2021 – 6 Adar 5781
Terumah: Exodus 25:1 – 27:19
God instructs Moses regarding the construction of the Tabernacle and all its furnishings – the ark, ark cover, table, lampstand, tent and enclosure.
Every small task is a part of something larger. Maintaining a vision, or sense of the larger perspective, while dealing with the seemingly smaller priorities, will help you to maintain your focus. (Success, p. 210)
Friday, February 19, 2021 – 7 Adar 5781
Terumah: Exodus 25:1 – 27:19
There is a teaching in Judaism that says, “Though you may not complete the task, you are not absolved from beginning it.” Even though the task is greater than you can handle on your own or at this time, you are still encouraged to begin it. Once you take the first step, the guides and messengers are dispatched to assist in walking you forward. (Harmony, p. 185)
Saturday, February 20, 2021 – 8 Adar 5781 – Shabbat Zachor
Terumah: Exodus 25:1 – 27:19
Shabbat Zachor occurs on the shabbat preceding Purim. Its special Maftir reading contains the command, “Remember what Amalek did to you on your way out of Egypt.”
Remember in the pauses throughout the day to rediscover your uniqueness and reactivate your light. (Understanding, p. 102)
Sunday, February 21, 2021 – 9 Adar 5781
Tetzaveh: Exodus 27:20 – 30:10
Here is presented a step-by-step, detailed description of the process of constructing the Tabernacle, including a Mishkan, the Ark, the menorah, the altars, the enclosure…..
It is up to you to make things work and to access all the resources necessary to be self-responsible and self-motivated. (Success, p. 207)
Monday, February 22, 2021 – 10 Adar 5781
Tetzaveh: Exodus 27:20 – 30:10
The people are instructed to bring olive oil for the “ner tamid,” the eternal light. The eternal light burns throughout the ages, for all time.
You are holy. The choices for continuing to live in holiness are eternally available to you. (Nobility, p. 296)
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 – 11 Adar 5781
Tetzaveh: Exodus 27:20 – 30:10
Sacred priestly garments are to be made for Aaron and his sons, the Kohanim.
You are born of God and this makes you divine royalty. You come from a family of kings and queens, priests and priestesses. Remember the majesty of who you are and restore your nobility by actively becoming involved in life. Become a noble being and actively raise the fallen, assemble the fragmented, and advance those who are lagging behind. (Nobility, p. 297)
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 – 12 Adar 5781
Tetzaveh: Exodus 27:20 – 30:10
And on Aaron’s head shall go the headdress and the holy crown.
The crown of light you wear is invisible; it can be ascertained only through unconditional love and selfless acts of kindness. (Compassion, p. 132)
