So, as we prepare for Pesach, let us remember the importance of asking questions, of seeking meaning in our traditions, and of passing on the richness of our heritage to the next generation. Let us embrace our identity as Jews with pride and dedication, knowing that it is our legacy and our responsibility to keep it alive and thriving. Chag Sameach!
Most of our best words, in fact—new, adventure, surprise, unique, individual, person, vocation, time, history, future, freedom, progress, spirit, faith, hope, justice—are the gifts of the Jews.[1]
Who would not be proud to read these words and not want to be part of this tradition?
Today I am 77 years old and in relatively good health. However, a few weeks ago, I was suddenly “hit” by a “TIA”, which is a mini stroke. It occurred when a very small blood vessel closed in my brain for just a few seconds. Baruch Hashem, it did not do any damage and all my faculties function properly without exception.
Still, I have been told by my physicians that I need to slow down. This is requiring me to delegate some of my work to others.
As you know I have just published a reworking of my book: Jewish Law as Rebellion in Hebrew, ×××× ××ר×. It was published by the largest publisher in Israel, Yediot Acharonot, which is a great compliment. This unusual work, in which I have suggested new ways to move Judaism and Jewish Law forward in modern times, precipitated a lot of discussion in Israeli society.
I am now finishing my third book on the Torah: Cardozo on the Parashah: Vayikra / Leviticus (Kasva Press). The first two books, Bereishit and Shemot, have already been published. Bamidbar and Devarim will soon follow.
A concurrent project is my Spiritual Autobiography, in which I tell the unusual story of my life and my mission and philosophy. This will be a highly original and inspirational work, which, I hope, will touch many readers. I have already written a great deal, but there is still much work to be done.
Here is where I turn to you, my dear friends and readers, for your continuing and most generous support of me and my work. Please know that it is always most appreciated, particularly now as we prepare to sit around our Seder tables to celebrate Pesach, the Festival of our Freedom and of our Mission.
May we merit to answer all of our children’s questions wisely!
Reposted from the Rabbi’s website}
Note: This essay was inspired by an insight by my friend Prof Yehudah Gellman of Yerushalayim.
 [1] The Gifts of the Jews, Doubleday, NY 1998, p. 240-241.