MY DAILY LIFE TORAH COACH:
Parshat Terumah n.20

Parashat Terumah details the construction of the Mishkan, with its lessons extending far beyond architecture, offering a blueprint for modern spiritual and ethical living. The Mishkan was built through voluntary contributions, teaching that generosity must come from the heart, whether through financial support, time, or talents. It also emphasizes creating sacred spaces in daily life, whether in our homes, workplaces, or communities, by fostering holiness through ethical living and hospitality.

The Torah’s meticulous attention to detail in the Mishkan reminds us that sanctity is found in small, intentional actions, from honesty in business to excellence in craftsmanship. Moreover, the Mishkan was a collective effort, reinforcing the importance of unity, inclusion, and the idea that every individual’s contribution is valuable. Terumah teaches us that just as the Israelites built a sanctuary for God in the desert, we are called to transform our world into a dwelling place for the Divine through acts of generosity, integrity, and communal responsibility.