by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 30, 2016 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy, Weekly Dvar
Parshat Re’eh tells us that “no prophet may advocate idol worship no matter the circumstances. If he does he is considered a false prophet, even if he’s able to perform miracles” (Deuteronomy 13:2-6). The obvious question is: How can a false...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 10, 2015 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy, Weekly Dvar
This week’s Parsha starts off with the word “Re’eh”, which means “See”. What are we seeing, and why do we need to see it? Rabbi Yehoshua Wender explains that in our lives we are all on a quest for truth. We are looking to find the...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 22, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy
Aliya Summary: The male firstborn of kosher cattle must be consecrated and given to the Kohen to eat. If the animal is unblemished it is first offered as a sacrifice in the Temple. The Torah reading concludes with a discussion regarding the three festivals: Passover,...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 22, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy
Aliya Summary: Moshe commands the Israelites to designate every seventh year as a Shmitah (Sabbatical) Year. During this year, creditors must forgive outstanding loans. The section then discusses the obligation to give charity to the poor with a happy heart, and to...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 21, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy
Aliya Summary: After giving a tenth of one’s crops to the Levite, a tenth of the remainder — the “Second Tithe” — is to be taken and eaten within the confines of Jerusalem. Provision is made here for people who live far away from...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 20, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy, Weekly Dvar
Parshat Re’eh tells us that “no prophet may advocate idol worship no matter the circumstances. If he does he is considered a false prophet, even if he’s able to perform miracles” (Deuteronomy 13:2-6). The obvious question is: How can a false...
