Rabbi Michael Leo Samuel By Rabbi Michael Leo Samuel CHULA VISTA, California — Mark Twain’s purported remark, “History doesn’t repeat itself but it often rhymes,” suggests that while historical events are not exact replicas of each other, they often have similarities or patterns that echo through time. This metaphorical statement implies that while specific circumstances, characters, and details may change, the underlying themes, lessons, or consequences of historical events can be remarkably similar. As a case in point, take the ancient story of Amalek. As the Israelites left Egypt, they enco…