The Redemption of God | September 2, 2026

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In this episode of The Daily Derech, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein explores Parashat Nitzavim-Va’eilech, Hilchot Tefillah, and a teaching from Menorat HaMaor about repentance, wisdom, and good deeds.

The Parashah section examines Deuteronomy 30:1–3 and the promise that God will gather Israel after they return to the covenant. Focusing on the Hebrew wording, Rabbi Rubenstein highlights the Talmudic teaching that God’s Divine Presence accompanies the Jewish people through exile and redemption, emphasizing the deep relationship between God and Israel.

The Rambam discusses when communal recitation of the Shema’s blessings, Kaddish, and the priestly blessing requires a quorum of ten. He also explains that if a minyan begins a sacred matter and some people leave, the remaining participants may complete it.

Menorat HaMaor continues its teaching that true wisdom leads to repentance and good deeds. Rabbi Rubenstein emphasizes that knowledge becomes genuine wisdom when it produces righteous action and is pursued for the sake of heaven.

Today's text: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YhiUyEuttg3uuuxTH5NZjZKj4dxONTsS/view?usp=sharing

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