ואל-תטש תורת אמך
v’al titosh torat imecha
and don’t forget your mother’s teaching
Writing a tribute to mothers on this day is not an easy task: there are so many things to celebrate and honor in the dedication of all mothers in the world, from their sense of duty, their unconditional love to their infinite patience. Mothers in Jewish tradition have not only a strong reputation of hovering and kvelling, they bear responsibility for most of the prophetic spirit bringing the Jewish people their fabulous history. From our matriarchs, Sarah, Rivka, Rachel and Leah to Ruth (whom we will soon celebrate with the holiday of Shavuot) great figures of mothers remind us of their unique role and the importance of paying tribute to their courage, determination, fortitude and often “thinking out of the box” that help the world breed great men and women in turn.
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