Parshat Devarim

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Moses's farewell address begins with a review of the journey from Sinai, the appointment of judges, and the scouts' mission. Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22.

Trial of Moses and David

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 26:6

We all do sometimes. But have you ever considered that even the greatest among us felt that way? Let’s talk about two titans of Jewish history: Moses and King David. Our story come...

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The Golden Calf and Quit

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 27:2

There's a beautiful little piece in Sifrei Devarim (a collection of legal Midrashim, meaning interpretations of the Torah), that gives us a glimpse into this, and it all hinges on ...

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Egypt: Moses in Joseph's Time

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 28:1

The text starts by pondering the phrase "who can do as Your deeds" (Deuteronomy 3:24). Sifrei Devarim finds echoes of God's power in two pivotal moments of our history: the Exodus ...

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Ezekiel's Legacy

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 31:3

It's an old, old story. And it seems it was happening even in the time of the prophet Ezekiel. to a fascinating passage from Sifrei Devarim 31, which brings us a discussion about i...

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Ark of Salvation and Beloved

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 32:13

But what if those very experiences are doorways to something deeper? The Sifrei Devarim, a collection of early rabbinic legal interpretations on the Book of Deuteronomy, explores j...

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Rabbi Akiva in David's Court

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 32:17

It’s a question that’s plagued humanity for centuries. But what if those difficult times, those moments of hardship, weren't simply random acts of cruelty? What if they held a deep...

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Kingdom of Menasheh

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 32:18

It’s a question that’s plagued humanity for centuries, and Jewish tradition grapples with it head-on. We find one compelling, if somewhat challenging, answer in the Sifrei Devarim,...

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Guarding the Torah and Vehaya

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 34:2

It might surprise you to learn that some of our most cherished daily practices weren’t always so…daily. to a fascinating passage from Sifrei Devarim, a collection of legal interpre...

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Humility of Moses and Commandments

Other Texts Sifrei Devarim 34:4

That’s something Jewish tradition has grappled with for centuries, especially when it comes to understanding the Torah. Today, let's dive into a fascinating little debate found in ...

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