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[Dvar Torah] Bamidbar

In Parshat Bamidbar we learn about how G-d instructed the Israelites to make a count of all 20–60 year olds in the nation. Rashi explains that G-d cares about these numbers because each person is dear to Him, so He counts them often, just as He did after the exodus from Egypt and after the destruction of the golden calf. 

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[Dvar Torah] Behar-Bechukotai

This week’s dual Parasha, is called “Behar-Bechukotai” which translates to “On the mountain” and “in My statutes.” This double parsha  concludes the Book of Leviticus by outlining the laws of the Sabbatical and Jubilee years - which are followed by a reminder of both the blessings to be received by adhering to the covenant and also by the curses which will be administered to those abandoning it. One of the most remarkable laws is the Shmita: law by which for six years, the land is farmed, but in the seventh year, the land must rest.

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