by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 20, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy
Aliya Summary: As G‑d’s children, we are forbidden to deface our bodies with tattoos or via other forms of mutilation. This section then provides a list of kosher animals and non-kosher fowl. We are also given signs to distinguish between kosher animals and fish...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 19, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy
Aliya Summary: Moshe admonishes the Israelites not to be lured by the heathen abominable practices of the Canaanites, and to remain true to the Torah; neither adding to nor subtracting from its laws. A person professing to be a prophet who claims to bring instructions...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 18, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy
Aliya Summary: Although it is forbidden to offer sacrifices in any location other than the one designated by G‑d, it is permitted to slaughter cattle for consumption purposes, but blood may never be eaten. The consumption of various tithes and sundry sacred foods is...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 17, 2014 | 5:4-Parshat Re'eh, Devarim / Deuteronomy
General Overview: In this week’s reading, Re’eh, Moshe continues addressing the Israelites just before he passes away; just before the Israelites cross the Jordan River and enter the land of Israel. Moshe commands the Israelites to proclaim certain...
by Shlomo Ressler | Aug 2, 2013 | 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 2, 2013 | 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...
