In addition to performing mitzvot, it’s important to grasp their underlying intent. Herewith, three approaches and suggestions for how to harmonize them.
Read more on Torah Musings: http://www.torahmusings.com/2014/08/why-we-do-mitzvos/
Why the Commandments? https://mosaicmagazine.com/picks/uncategorized/2014/08/why-the-commandments/
About the author: Gil Student is an Orthodox rabbi, the editor of TorahMusings.com, and the book editor of the Orthodox Union’s Jewish Action magazine.