Ep. 82 - Parsha Re’eh 5786

This week we dive into Parshat Re’eh, the turning point in Moshe Rabbeinu’s final speech before Bnei Yisrael enter the Land of Israel.

We will discuss:

The choice of a blessing or a curse and why these are both placed before us.

Rav Shlomo Zevin’s insight into transforming both prosperity and hardship into opportunities to serve Hashem.

The Lubavitcher Rebbe’s teaching that what appears to be a curse may actually be a blessing.

Why the Torah says “today”, and what it teaches us about approaching Torah.

The significance of Mount Gerizim and Mount Ebal and the choice each of us faces daily.

Why the Torah repeatedly speaks about “the place that Hashem will choose” without naming Jerusalem.

What it really means to “follow Hashem” and why humility is the key to genuine closeness.

The mitzvah of tzedakah, including a lesson from the Vilna Gaon.

Why Sukkot is called the festival of joy and how gratitude is the foundation of true happiness.

Powerful lessons on appreciating our parents, spouses, spiritual growth, and the blessings already present in our lives.