Jacob and the Lottery Jacob is a well to do Jewish man with a beautiful wife and 3 children. He owns a start-up business that has been doing quite well recently. However, his business suddenly goes bankrupt and Jacob goes to God for help. Jacob kneels at the altar and says: ""Lord I have always been faithful and have done my best to not violate the 10 commandments. I only ask that you let me win this week's lottery so that I may support my family."" Nothing happens and Jacob sinks deeper into de…