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Chabad UIC & West Loop is a Jewish community center dedicated to serving the Jewish and social needs of UIC & Rush students and the West Loop community. It is a place where all can feel welcome and comfortable regardless of observance and affiliation. We offer Shabbat dinners, Jewish holiday events, Torah classes, programs for kids, social events and more. Please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear from you!
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Beyond Wisdom
Perhaps a person will say, “I cannot fathom an infinite Creator, so why should I attempt to do so?” “And why should I attempt to awaken my heart to show Him love? What can the love of this puny creature provide Him?” “So I will just serve Him in complete surrender, doing that which is to be done, connecting to a will and desire far beyond my own.” Such a person may be wise, but he is wrong. Yes, it is absurd, but G‑d desires to be grasped by your human mind. Yes, it is inconceivable, but...