Ekev

Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25

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In this Torah portion, Moses continues his speech to the Israelites. He tells them they will have to annihilate people who are not believers in God. Moses reminds them not to forget God's commandments even after they enter the land of Israel. Moses tells the Israelites that the biggest task is to continue to fear God.

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 land of israel
Moses reminds the Israelites
to keep the commandments
after they enter Israel.

 

Text Studies

Social Action and Environmentalism

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Prioritizing Obligations
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The Challenge of Humility
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Wholeness of a Broken Heart
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No Pain, No Gain
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Helping a Stranger
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The Seven Species
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From the Denominations

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Through Weakness & Strength
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The Covenant of Fertility
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Motivated By Love of God
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Empowering Fear
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Communal Cohesion
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The Human Body Code
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