5 Minute Torah - Behar-Bechukotai - The Righteous Delusion

Most people think the opposite of obedience is rebellion. But what if the greater danger is something far more subtle? What if spiritual collapse doesn’t begin with open defiance—but with casualness? In this week’s 5 Minute Torah, we explore the double Torah portion of Leviticus Behar–Bechukotai and uncover a chilling insight hidden in the Hebrew word keri—a word connected not to rebellion, but to apathy, passiveness, and spiritual indifference. Rabbi Damian walks through the biblical concepts of the Shemitah, the Yovel (Jubilee), and Gemilut Chasidim (acts of lovingkindness), showing how God’s commandments were never merely rules—but invitations into trust, restoration, and transformation. What happens when obedience becomes optional? Can someone know Torah and still drift spiritually? Is the greatest threat to faith today not hostility toward God—but casualness toward Him? Drawing from Torah, James, Midrash, and Jewish commentary, this teaching confronts the modern tendency to reduce holiness to information while neglecting application. If you’ve wrestled with the relationship between obedience, grace, and the Spirit of God, this episode will challenge you deeply. Join us as we discover why the righteous delusion may be far closer than we think… in this week’s 5 Minute Torah. Join Shalom Macon Live! at 11am EST every Saturday (#Shabbat) for uplifting Worship Music and Teachings If you get value from our work, pleaseconsider Supporting Shalom Macon https://www.shalomacon.org/give -- Ways to Support Shalom Macon -- Our Website | https://www.shalomacon.org/giveTithe.ly | https://tithe.ly/give?c=329563PayPal | [email protected] "GIVE" to (706) 739-5990 God provides for the work of Shalom Macon through the giving of those who benefit from that work and in turn, give generously to allow it to continue. Whether you are an in-person or virtual member, your support is vital to sharing the message. We thank you for joining us, Shabbat Shalom!Join Shalom Macon Live! at 11am EST every Saturday (#Shabbat) for uplifting Worship Music and Teachings If you get value from our work, pleaseconsider Supporting Shalom Macon https://www.shalomacon.org/give -- Ways to Support Shalom Macon -- Our Website | https://www.shalomacon.org/giveTithe.ly | https://tithe.ly/give?c=329563PayPal | [email protected] "GIVE" to (706) 739-5990 God provides for the work of Shalom Macon through the giving of those who benefit from that work and in turn, give generously to allow it to continue. Whether you are an in-person or virtual member, your support is vital to sharing the message. We thank you for joining us, Shabbat Shalom!