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Episode 52
Parashat V’zot Habracha: The Rebbe and Elie Wiesel
Explore the resilience of the Jewish spirit through Torah's cycle, celebrating endings as new beginnings, and the enduring legacy of Moses and Simchat Torah.
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Parashat Ki Tavo: The God of Salvation and Jewish History
Rabbi Meir Soloveichik's reflection on Parashat Ki Tavo offers a profound exploration of Jewish resilience and faith amidst adversity. The narrative begins with a poignant account from World War II, where Jews, despite facing persecution, celebrated Passover with makeshift matzo, symbolizing hope and liberation. This juxtaposition of celebrating freedom while enduring oppression mirrors the themes in Deuteronomy, where the Israelites' history of salvation is recounted alongside prophecies of exile and suffering. The parashah emphasizes the enduring covenant between God and the Jewish people, promising eventual restoration despite historical tribulations. Rabbi Judah Halevi's insights further illuminate this theme, asserting that God's universal truth is best understood through the particular story of the Jewish people and their miraculous history. This enduring faith, rooted in the Exodus, sustains the Jewish community through centuries of challenges, inspiring contemporary generations to draw strength from their ancestors' unwavering belief in divine salvation.
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