D'varim

The Leader as Teacher

By the end of the book of Bamidbar, Moses’ career as a leader would seem to be ending. It is what Moses did next that bears the mark of greatness.

Recalling Past Events

There is no need to reconcile the two apparent differing descriptions of the same Torah event. We know that human beings can never really be truly objective. As such, we can never claim objectivity in recalling past events and describing them for later generations.

Redemption Is "Fast" Approaching

Devarim begins a new Sefer, the last of the Chumash. It represents Moshe’s final “sermon” to his nation, just weeks before he will die on his 120th birthday. This Sedra MUST always read on the Shabbat preceding Tisha B’Av. Why?

Israel Is the Jewish Achilles' Heel

Israel National Torah

Exploring the Kuzari's explanation of the centuries-old question, brought to light in this week's Torah reading Devarim: If Israel is as central to the Jews' essence and mission as we say it is, why don't all Jews live there?

Devarim

At The Shabbat Table

Devarim 5778

Devarim 5778

Is My Stove Kosher?

Making Mourning Meaningful