We think of the *Mi Chamocha* as the ultimate song of redemption and freedom. But if we look closely, we see that our ancestors sang this song as they were in the middle of the Red Sea. They were not yet on dry land, and had not yet completely escaped the oppressive hand of Pharaoh. But yet, they were celebrating.
This is a message of the High Holidays. We need to look toward the future with the same hope and faith displayed with the Israelites sang *Mi Chamocha.* If we want freedom, we need to act as if we are free.
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