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must bless the people with full intention, not mere lip service.

The main aspect of the blessing of the Kohanim is the blessing of peace.
Therefore, even after the Beit Hamikdash was destroyed, they continue
blessing us with this blessing. Parents, likewise, have the custom to bless
their children with this berachah. 3

The name Shlomo derives from the word shalom (peace). It is a hint to
the tranquility which reigned during his time. People were not afraid to
leave their possessions out in public, for no one suspected his fellow man
of touching what was not his. In light of the peace that rested among the
populace, their holdings increased. They were so wealthy that coins were
considered stones in the street. No one had reason to envy his friend’s lot.
Achav, an avowed sinner, ruled over the entire world, and his men
returned safely from battle. How can we understand this? They received
this great protection due to their strict adherence to the laws regarding
lashon hara. They never revealed to Achav that the one hundred prophets
were hiding in a cave. The name Achav is a combination of the words
(brother-father). He trained his men to be brotherly to one another,
but he was distant from his Heavenly Father.

The greatest level of giving is when one gives without any thought of
remuneration. A prime example is burying the dead, termed “true
chessed.” Therefore, the Torah uses the word in the command to love
one’s fellow man. This word can also be read . Even when one’s fellow
Jew does not behave in a brotherly fashion, he should still love him.

Many of the 613 mitzvot cannot be fulfilled by every single Jew.
Therefore, Hashem enjoins us to be united with one another and mutually
accountable. Our combined efforts will enable us to fulfill all the precepts
of the Torah.

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