Beyond the Headlines: Finding our personal portion in the Torah after Shavuot

This past holiday of Shavuot, approximately 100,000 people converged at the Western Wall in Jerusalem. Among them was Sivan Rahav Meir, who participated in a dawn service with 100 students from the Nefesh Yehudi organization. The plaza buzzed with tens of thousands of attendees from Israel and around the world, a diverse mix of tourists and locals, young and old, many having studied Torah throughout the night.

As the sun rose, the Ten Commandments, received thousands of years ago at Mount Sinai, were recited. This observance extended beyond Jerusalem, reaching Jewish communities globally. Whether experienced at home, in a synagogue, with friends, or abroad, the holiday signifies a personal reception of the Torah for every Jew.

Shavuot is traditionally marked by a renewed commitment to Torah study, considered a "Rosh Hashanah" for learning. The article encourages readers to find practical ways to continue receiving the Torah daily, integrating its teachings into their lives.

The piece highlights the Mishnayot Campaign in Johannesburg, South Africa, inspired by an article about a similar project in Ma'alot, Israel. Principal Meir Raff initiated the campaign at his elementary school, where each child learns Mishnayot at their own pace. This collaborative effort emphasizes contribution over competition, with every child's participation leading to collective success.

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The success has been tremendous. Children sit together during