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Lesson 2 of 5·Words That Changed the World: The Meaning of the Ten Commandments

The Third and Fourth Commandments

Who Is God? The Third Commandment and the Name of the Lord: What does it mean that the Creator has a personal and ineffable name? Rabbi Soloveichik explores how the sanctity of God's name illuminates the biblical vision of divinity and reverence.

The Most Misunderstood Day: Sabbath and the Fourth Commandment: Shabbat introduced the idea of a day of rest to the world—but what is its real purpose? Discover how the Sabbath reshapes our understanding of work, holiness, and human dignity.

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