Parashat Vaetchanan
Treatment of the Stranger
Our existential relationship to our ancestors and how we learn empathy.
The Smallest of Peoples
On the brink of entering the Promised Land, Moses reminds the people that being fewer in numbers is no reason to shirk responsibilities.
Jewish Continuity — According to Moses
Moses' final speeches highlight the importance of giving our children transformative Jewish experiences.
Beyond The Letter Of The Law
Doing what is "right and good" in the eyes of God means promoting the values of the Torah beyond the explicit laws.
Inverse Tablets
Although beliefs matter most regarding God, our actions matter most regarding our fellow people.
Parashat Vaetchanan: Summary
Moses stresses to the Israelites the importance of keeping God's commandments when they enter the land of Israel; Moses repeats the 10 Commandments and utters the Shema and V'ahavta.
Whom Should You Honor?
Although relationships between parents and children are complex, our honor for our parents should remain unwavering.