Oral Law Assignment


Oral Law Assignment 


The Mitzvah I chose was, “You shall each revere your mother and father,” which can be found in Leviticus 19:3.    I interpreted this as respecting one’s parents.  

My family has been through a lot together and have accomplished numerous things that most families haven’t done in such a short period of time.  Not only that, but in my short 16 years of living my parents have taught me a great deal. 

First off, my parents have taught me that respect, although is required of every individual, is earned.  My parents have already guided me through so many challenges that I’ve faced in the past and have fully prepared me for future obstacles.  My mom, who taught me and inspired me to stay strong and independent, and my father, who has showed me how to be resilient and hard working, have shown me what characteristics I respect in people.  


(My father meeting me for the first time)

I’ve discovered through this that respect is not a one sided ordeal, but it is reciprocated by both parties.  This means that everyone in the relationship should respect one another.  I also take this as everyone being treated equally and having the ability to make their voices heard.  Although my parents and I are still figuring this out together, we continue to work towards an even more loving relationship with one another.  

Another way we respect one another is by working through disagreements and realizing that none of us are perfect.  Being away from home for many months is a challenge on both sides.  My mom struggles with not having the ability to guide me through the difficulties I face away from home and I have to learn how to do it all on my own.  However because we’ve worked through many problems before, this wasn’t as hard as I had thought it would be. 

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