More Valuable Than Diamonds (Gittin 44)

They say that a small hole in the body is a large hole in the soul. Today we learn why in our tradition our bodies are considered so holy.

When you make a spontaneous prayer, what’s the first thing you say to God? What’s your final thought? Today we learn that prayer has three integral elements: praise, ask, thanks.

How many shidduchim have you made? How many singles are on your list to assist right now? Today we learn the importance of getting involved in God’s primary occupation and the very first mitzvah to humankind.

Who should suffer more the righteous or the wicked? Should the righteous suffer on behalf of the wicked? Today we learn that the righteous view challenge and pain in this world as a privilege.

Have you ever lent out an item and received it back in poor condition? How bad was it? What did you say to the borrower? Today we learn that we must treat others’ property as well as our own, if not better.

What's the dollar value of a mitzvah? Which would you rather: a mitzvah or a diamond? Today we learn the value of diamonds in the World of Truth.

How many interest-free loans do you currently have outstanding? How do you feel about the pruzbul “loop-hole”? Today we ask how many people actually lend interest-free to begin with, let alone stop lending in the sixth year!

What are some ways you avoid answering back when someone insults you? Today we learn that just like the sun doesn’t get angry when people curse out the hot days, you too must stay focused knowing that you’re here to serve the greater good.

Have you ever sent an email in the heat of the moment you just wish you could take back? Today we learn that when you’re about to act impetuously and irresponsibly, you need to switch to some other activity until your heart and mind have calmed down and you’re able to respond rationally.

What motivates a religious man to use God as a tool in his divorce kit as he withholds the gett? Today we learn that while we are all human and prone to improper conduct, we must never drag God into the fight.