Welcome to the short, practical Lelamed Weekly Dvar and Daily Aliyah. As always, you can Order The Daily Aliyah <https://mosaicapress.com/product/the-daily-aliyah/> and receive your hard copy of these daily practical and relevant Torah thoughts (all proceeds go to Daily Giving), or join this Whatsapp group <https://chat.whatsapp.com/DnAFialrvmy6hNahBkU61F> to receive one per day. I hope you find this meaningful... _______________________________________________ When describing the material and process of creating the Mishkan, G-d instructs us to “make the planks of acacia wood, upright” (26:15). Why does G-d specify the type of wood to use, and what does the term “upright” add? While the Gemara explains that the acacia tree planks will last forever, the K’sav Sofer adds a deeper understanding of the particular species used. The acacia tree does not bear fruit, nor is it a particularly tall or beautiful tree. The acacia’s best quality is its sturdiness and dependability, critical ingredients for creating a home, upright. These qualities enable the acacia tree and the structures built with its wood to endure the test of time. What has staying power in our lives is not the flash or grandeur, but stability and reliability. Shlomo Ressler _____________________________________________ Quotation of the week: “He who has a ‘why’ can endure any ‘how’.” - Victor Frankel