Parshat Pinchas

To settle the land of Israel the Jews were excited,
In Parshat Pinchas, the land was divided,
There were a lot of factors to take into consideration,
The terrain, location and each tribe's occupation.

There were three ways to show,
For each tribe to know,
Which plot of land was destined for them,
It was all determined by Hashem.

First, the leaders made a calculation,
Taking into account each tribes population,
Then the high priest used inspiration that was divine,
To interpret the letters that on the breastplate did shine.

The third way was to draw a lottery,
The names and places matched perfectly,
Why were the Jews shown in three different ways,
Where to settle in those days?

There is a lesson here for you and me,
About how to serve Hashem properly,
The land that was divided into 12 different parts,
Represents 12 different ways to serve Hashem with our hearts.

Although we each have a unique personality,
There are three things that apply to us all equally,
Calculation, Inspiration, and a lottery hold the key,
To connect with Hashem for all eternity.

The first step is to calculate logically,
That following the Torah is most beneficial for our family,
The second step is when we can feel holiness and sanctity,
When we are inspired and can appreciate spirituality.

The third step is when we follow the Torah even if it doesn't make sense,
A part of Hashem is our very essence,
Our connection to Hashem is like a lottery,
Which has no explanation but is meant to be!

Just like the Jews transformed the Cananite land into the promised land,
Our mission is to transform this world into a home for Hashem so grand,
We will each do our part,
That was given to us from the start.

Souvenir: Israel bracelet