# S2E21  Do Jewish People Do Mitzvahs for the Right Reasons?

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Published: 2026-06-02T22:21:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1786

## Resource

Rabbi Jeffrey is on his annual trip to the Rabbinical Longshoremen convention in Witchita but Rabbis Josh and Matt explore the enduring question of "Why Do A Mitzvzah" and essential question in Jewish life. We explore aligning our intentions with our actions, and explore how to be better Jews.

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