The Power of Jewish Pride

Vacationing at sea, a successful Jewish businessman was diligent to recite his daily prayers and inquired of the captain which direction was eastward. The captain asked, “Why your sudden interest in the boat’s navigation?” The businessman explained that our prayers ascend through Jerusalem, and a Jew faces there three times a day to beseech G-d.

The captain was impressed by such dedication: “If a successful businessman finds it important to set aside everything for prayer, and makes sure that his prayers are done in the most proper manner, then perhaps I too should start thinking of G-d!”

When a Jew performs Mitzvos proudly and properly, he inspires those around him, Jew and non-Jew alike, to increase their own commitment to G-d.