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Since 2008, LearningFest has been a signature annual event, providing the Dallas Jewish community an opportunity to sample an educational menu that offers varied personalities, teaching styles, and content comprised of the rich educational resources that are available in Dallas. 

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Saturday, November 5 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm
The Difference between Faith and Action

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We know that everything is from the Almighty. We also know that we must do our part. In theory, it is easy to find the balance. One must act according to the ways of the world, knowing all the while that G-d runs everything. But actually personifying that tightrope walk between faith and proper effort is one of the great challenges of life. How hard should a person be working? How seriously should one take medical reports and new findings? When is it appropriate for me to say, "I have done my part; now it is in the Almighty's hand?”

By defining the difference between knowing that G-d runs the world - and trusting in Him, this lecture helps us put our belief system into practice.


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Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier

The Shmuz
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier was a high school rebbe for 15 years before creating Shmuz.com. The Shmuz, a popular website that dispenses weekly Torah inspiration to 10,000 people across the globe, reflects the down-to-earth, practical voice of Rabbi Shafier. Offering refreshing parasha... Read More →


Saturday November 5, 2016 5:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Ohev Shalom 6821 McCallum Blvd, Dallas, TX 75252

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