Hebrew-Parashat Re’eh 5786-8 August 2026 / 25 Av 5786 Beit Yisrael International
Hebrew-Parashat Re’eh 5786-8 August 2026 / 25 Av 5786 Beit Yisrael International Aug 6, 2026 In this episode, we explore Parashat Re’eh—“See”—as Moses prepares the children of Israel to enter the Land of Israel and establish a holy society founded upon obedience to God. The portion commands Israel to destroy idolatry, bring offerings only to the place chosen by God, observe the laws of tithing and charity, maintain holiness through the dietary laws, and celebrate the appointed festivals. In the notes of Gaddi Efrayim, Re’eh is understood as a call to spiritual vision. Every generation must learn to clearly distinguish between blessing and curse, truth and deception, and holy worship and idolatry. The Torah teaches that holiness is not limited to the sanctuary; it must be revealed through generosity, disciplined living, compassion for the poor, and faithfulness to God’s commandments. Re’eh reminds us that when Israel walks in unity, rejects false worship, and sanctifies da...