What’s on America’s mind this week? The Star of David of course!
Donald Trump set off a firestorm when he tweeted a graphic criticizing Hillary Clinton which featured a six-pointed star, a pile of cash and the words "most corrupt candidate ever."
Critics complained that the graphic evoked anti-Semitic imagery because it was a Star of David, and Trump responded that it was intended to represent a sheriff’s badge.
Meanwhile, the argument continues all over social media, with millions of people talking about the six-pointed star. Which was it? The Star of David or the sherrif’s badge?
If you examine the Star of David closely, you will see one of the most beautiful messages for both Presidential candidates and for all humanity.
The Star of David comprises two triangles—one pointing up and the other pointing down.
The triangle pointing upwards symbolizes our mission to elevate ourselves. It is our job to refine and uplift ourselves, becoming better, holier, and gentler, more loving people. Not to lie, not to be corrupt or greedy.
Then we have the second triangle, the one facing downwards. This signifies our quest to draw G-d down into this world. G-d wants to feel comfortable here. He wants to call it His home, His garden, and it’s up to us to create that environment for Him.
Treating every human being with dignity and respect helps make G-d comfortable down here. Making sure there is no trace of anti-Semitism around is greatly appreciated by G-d. Setting aside our ego and arrogance, and embracing humility instead, invites G-d into the world. When we pray or study or give charity, we help draw G-d into our world.
The foundering fathers of this country understood the meaning of the Star of David. They founded the greatest, most benevolent, generous, kind, humane, and free country in the history of the world (that’s the triangle pointing up).
Later leaders wrote on the dollar bill, "in G-d we trust," and adopted "G-d bless America" as one of the country’s best-known songs. This is the triangle facing down.
I have no doubt that both Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton love this great country, as we all should.
Take a step back and absorb the lessons of the Star of David!