Man must constantly be on the lookout. He must learn to distinguish the silent demand of his conscience from the raucous laughter of a beckoning world. To remain coolly unaware of the consequence of his actions is to fall victim to Amalek, convinced by the snake that nothing really matters. All this is quite relevant after all. We live with the illusion that if we can set ourselves up comfortably, assuring the physical welfare of our families, we can rest comfortably with the knowledge that heaven is anxiously awaiting our arrival.
Nothing can be further from the truth.
Our greatest enemy lies within. He has infiltrated our defenses. He has become one with us and we no longer are disgusted or frightened by his presence. It is here that our lives need work and repair. At a time when our enemies from without are growing ever-stronger, it is time for us to remember where the real battle is fought.