3 October 2003
Question
The footy grand final is clashing with Kol Nidrei this year. Can you give me any reason to miss seeing my team's moment of glory for a prayer service?
Answer
Here are some reasons: 1) It may feel tough at first, but in the long run you will feel you did the right thing 2) A game lasts momentarily, but a prayer is forever 3) If you give up your favourite past-time for what you believe, you will be a true hero But more importantly:
4) How can you enjoy the game without drinking a beer?
5) If your team loses, you will forever wonder if it was G-d punishing you!
Jews have faced great tests of their faith over the millennia. You are perhaps now arriving at your moment of truth. Whatever you decide, do it with the depth of your very being!
