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Video class March 1, 2024 19 min

The Golden Calf Story

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Learn the fascinating story behind the construction & worship of the Golden Calf, 40 days after God commanded “no other gods before me.” Discover how Moses pleaded for mercy, taking blame on himself. Gain insights into how we can’t understand God’s ways in real time, only in retrospect. Hear incredible stories of self-sacrifice from Jewish sages Rebbe Elimelech & Rebbe Zusha. Learn lessons on not embarrassing others and serving God, even when unable. Let their wisdom inspire spiritual growth.

In this class

  1. 0:00Intro to Golden Calf story
  2. 0:37Moses pleads for mercy
  3. 1:45Moses takes the blame
  4. 2:44Understanding God's ways
  5. 6:25More on God's ways
  6. 9:42Moses returns with radiance
  7. 12:18Stories of Reb Elimelech & Reb Zusha
  8. 15:32More stories of the holy brothers

Part of the series Weekly Parsha Video