(VINnews) — Orthodox Jewish college football player Sam Salz posted a video explaining why he makes time each day to learn Torah. In the short uplifting clip, Sam explains that in addition to it being a very important mitzvah, it is also a way to develop and nurture a relationship with Hashem.
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Why I make time to learn Torah.#Judaism #Torah #aggiefootball #faith pic.twitter.com/0y6cf4QizL
— Sam Salz (@sam_salz) March 17, 2024
An inspirational figure, Salz, originally from Philadelphia, is a running back for the Texas A&M University Aggies. He wears a yarmulka under his helmet and is an orthodox Jew, even though it interferes with his sports aspirations. He sits out games or quarters that take place on Shabbos.
Sam wears the number 39 on his jersey, chosen in honor of the 39 types of Melacha that are forbidden on Shabbos. Salz is believed to be the only Orthodox Jew on an NCAA Division I football team.
Last month, Sam posted a video explaining how he is able to keep kosher while at university.
How beautiful! From Philadelphia yet! May all our children feel such devotion and commitment
WOW!! Am Yisrael Chai! May me all have that ability and yearning!