In Hashem’s promise to Avraham, he is told that his descendants will be like the stars in the sky and like the dust of the earth — and in Parshat Vayeira, like the sand on the seashore. Each of these metaphors holds deep meaning for us as individuals and as a community.

A star shines brightly on its own, distinct in the vast sky. Each of us is like a star — unique, invaluable, and shining with our own light. We each have a specific purpose, a mission that only we can accomplish in this world.

But Hashem also compared us to sand. A grain of sand on its own may seem insignificant. But when combined with others, sand can form strong and enduring structures. This teaches us that while we each have unique strengths, we are also part of something far greater. Only when we unite as a community, supporting each other and working together, do we realize our full potential as the Jewish people.

Our challenge, then, is to recognize both aspects within ourselves: to embrace our unique “star” qualities while also humbly joining together as “sand” to strengthen our people. Together, we are unstoppable.

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