As the world is shaking and a dreadful disease is raging our communities, the question remains—what can we do? In a physical sense, we can take all necessary precautions, maintain proper hygiene and look out for ourselves and others. These precautions have been saving lives. Similarly, we know that our spiritual actions can have an equally potent impact and can change the destined course of this plague.

In the times of the Baal Shem Tov (1752) the town of Mezibush was engulfed by an extremely contagious and fatal disease. The community leaders, at a loss regarding what to do, turned to the Baal Shem Tov and asked him to daven on behalf of the community that they be spared the full wrath of this deadly disease.Rather than return to his study and immerse himself in prayer, the Baal Shem Tov told them that the power to heal was in their hands. He recommended that the community join together to write a sefer Torah. As the quill began to move across the parchment, filling the scroll with the holy letters, the community began to heal.

Drawing strength and inspiration from the Baal Shem Tov, community leaders have initiated the creation of a “Miracle Sefer Torah.” Each letter will represent an individual Jew, binding us as a nation in a massive display of Jewish unity. Over 140,000 Jews from around the world have joined in this project.

You too can take part in this Miracle Sefer Torah. Secure your letter with a symbolic monetary donation, as much as your heart desires (suggested donation: $2+).

For more information and to take part in the writing of the “Miracle Sefer Torah,” visit www.unitedforprotection.com. 

May we merit to tap into the special energy that Pesach brings of redemption, faith and healing. May we internalize its message and may it permeate our existence.

May this sefer Torah bring a true redemption and healing to Am Yisroel and to the world.

By Yisrael Cohen