There are some priceless nuggets in this article.
I fear, though, that Rabbi Lopiansky, missed the meta-message of the Mashiach musings he fielded. People, especially children, are hurting, as months-long crises derail their plans, hopes and dreams. 1/
Many who ask "Is Moshiach coming?" are obliquely sharing a deep sense of despair. They, in particular, will likely *not* benefit from a history lesson, a journey through Halachah, or even a touching observation made by the Rov. 2/
Alice Miller, noted psychologist, would invite parents and teachers to view children as visitors from a world they once knew intimately well.
Even as we assure our youth that we'll survive, let's not ignore the vulnerability nestled in the innocent questions they pose. 3/
Let's take the time to consider how their fears are different than ours.
Even as they may not face a mountain of fiscal responsibilities, many had plans to move forward, to acquire a skill set, to become someone, and, now, they're not sure if they'll get that opportunity. 4/
When a child asks "Is Moshiach coming?' it is often more helpful to probe about their fears, their tears, and their (perhaps) shattered dreams.
The Moshiach Shiur can wait. 5/
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