A father vanishes, leaving family to face the void

What is the point of being Jewish? There are many answers, from “we have a covenant with G-d” to “it is a guide for leading a good and decent life.” These answers are not wrong, but surely for some the purpose of Judaism (and perhaps other religions) is to be a source of solace and strength when faced with the unexpected vicissitudes of life.

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