Bnei Kahas were the sons of Levi'im. They were in charge of carrying the Ark, Table, Menorah, Altar , Partitions, and the Vessels of sacrificial services. They were not, however, allowed to touch these items directly. It was the Kohanim's jobs to cover these items and prepare them for transportation. If Bnei Kahas touched the vessels, they would be liable to the Heavenly death sentence.
In the end of this week's parasha, Hashem told Moshe and Aharon, “Do not cut off the family of Kahas from Shevet Leviim...in order for them to live and not die...” [1]
What did Hashem mean when He instructed Moshe and Aharon to protect Bnei Kahas from death?
Bnei Kahas were very precious to Hashem, therefore, Hashem did not want them dying while performing their duties. [2] They were zocheh to this position (rather than Levy's two other sons) because of their extraordinary devotion to the Torah. [3]
The Kohanim had responsibilities in keeping Bnei Kahas alive.
This responsibility doesn't only have to be for Kohanim to Bnei Kahas. It can also be a responsibility we take upon ourselves towards those around us.
Have you ever been in the same room as someone who seemed troubled by something? Maybe they just needed someone who would sit down and listen to them while they spoke?
Unfortunately, I know a handful of guys who actually considered suicide. They felt all alone and depressed. They felt as if they were incapable of receiving love or compassion. They rationalized, the only way these feelings would go away- was if they were to end their lives (lo aleinu).
Sometimes the signs are easy to read; you can tell whether someone is trying to reach out to you. The case doesn't need to be an extreme case of suicide – it can be a simple outcry for friendship.
May we be zocheh to help those in need. Who knows, it might save someone's life.
Have a wonderful Shabbos,
Nisso
[1] 4:4-18
[2] Tanchuma 26
[3] Tz'ror ha-Mor 4:18
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