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Sept. 9, 2023

Parasha Nitzavim-Vayeleich: Deuteronomy 29:9-31:30

Parasha Nitzavim-Vayeleich: Deuteronomy 29:9-31:30
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Torah Awakenings

In Nitzavim (“Standing”), Moses addresses the Israelites, emphasizing the importance of following God’s covenant and of not worshiping other gods. He describes the process of repentance and returning to God, and stresses that God’s commandments are achievable and “not in the heavens.” Vayeilech (“He Went”) opens as Moses tells the Israelites that he will not lead them into the Land of Israel, and that Joshua will take over. He instructs the Israelites to gather and read Torah publicly every seven years. At God’s command, Moses writes a poem bearing witness to God’s covenant with the Israelites.