Haazinu Summaries
“When Life Revolves Around G-d”
The magnificent poetry of parashat Ha’azinu informs us that the People of Israel were the only nation created without a land. In this way, it was assured that G-d would be the peoples’ primary influence, rather than allow the natural environment of the land to influence His people. So it is that in the midst of our abundant creature comforts, Sukkot comes to teach us a formidable lesson– that we are never truly secure unless G-d is in the forefront of our minds, and a constant presence in our dwelling places.
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“Judging Others Favorably and its Impact on Our Own Judgment”
There are many factors that are taken into consideration when the Al-mighty brings us to judgment before the heavenly tribunal. If we judge other human beings favorably in our own human relationships, we can then argue before G-d that we too deserve to be judged favorably.
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“Anniversary of September 11th”
The fact that “9/11″ occurred during the Ten Days of Penitence may have been G-d’s way of urging us to be more optimistic and upbeat about our faith. Hopefully, the clouds will now begin to disperse and the sun will shine through from behind the vast frightening darkness. Perhaps the glow of redemption is at hand.
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“The Ten Days of Teshuva, a Propitious Time for Repentance”
Our rabbis say that the month of Tishrei is a propitious time for Teshuva, repentance. It is a time when G-d comes out into the “field” to meet us. G-d does not desire for anyone to die, but rather that the wicked will return from their evil ways and survive.
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“The Final Song”
The final song of Moses is intended to help the Jewish people remember the days of yore. The past is truly vital for Israel, as there is much to be learned from previous generations. Much pain and suffering can be avoided if only the future is approached through the wisdom of the past.
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