Parashat Re’eh 5786-8 August 2026 / 25 Av 5786 Beit Yisrael International Re’eh: The Covenant of Vision, Obedience, and Compassion Parashat Re’eh—“See”—is far more than a collection of laws preparing Israel to enter the Promised Land. It presents a spiritual vision for building a holy society: a nation must learn to see clearly, choose faithfully, worship the One Creator without compromise, sanctify material life, and care for the vulnerable. “See, I set before you today a blessing and a curse.” —Deuteronomy 11:26 1. Re’eh—Spiritual Sight and Personal Responsibility The Torah begins with the singular word See — Re’eh, “See,” although Moses is addressing the entire nation. Jewish commentators understand this as a personal call: every individual must see the path before them and take responsibility for their choices. The blessing and the curse are not merely distant rewards and punishments. They are two spiritual directions placed before a person “today.” Each day presents a fresh ...