Moses commands the Jewish people about a ceremony they must perform when they enter into the Land of Israel. Six tribes are to stand on Mount Gerizim and six tribes on Mount Ebal.
Abarbanel
Rabbi Don Isaac Abarbanel (Portugal 1437 – Italy 1508). He was a leader of the Jewish people during the expulsion from Spain in 1492. His commentaries on Torah and Prophets are based on answering the many questions he asks on the text.
Genesis 28:20-22 – Jacob’s Vow
Jacob had a dream of a ladder reaching from earth to heaven. God appeared to him and promised many things. Then Jacob made a vow which seems to imply that he doubted God’s promises.
Deuteronomy 32:39 – I am He
In Deuteronomy 32:39 God proclaims, “I, I am He.” Why is the “I” repeated? Who is the intended recipient of this message?
Deuteronomy 1:11 – One Thousand Times
The Book of Deuteronomy begins with Moses reviewing some historical events with the Jewish people. As part of that review, in Deuteronomy 1:11, he blesses them that God should increase them one thousand times.
Why the Kohen Gadol brings a Daily Meal Offering
Parshat Tzav 5772
It’s important to develop sound habits.
But why would God insist that the Kohen Gadol (High Priest) develop the habit of bringing a meal offering every day?