RAV KOOK ON Ki Tisa Part 2: Moses' Extraordinary Prayer

Perhaps the lowest point in the history of the Jewish people occurred shortly after the Torah’s revelation at Mount Sinai. Without Moses’ leadership and guidance, the people turned to idolatry, worshipping a golden calf. Divine justice demanded that this terrible betrayal be punished severely, but Moses “pleaded before God” on their behalf (Ex. 32:11).