Shoftim | Deuteronomy 16:18 – 21:9

 

This week’s portion is a serious one that is full of relevant commands, namely: the rules of war.

Men who have recently planted vineyard, built a house or become engaged are to be released from military service. Why are these three events so crucial? What do these elements have in common with young soldiers and Creation itself?

Join Shmuel for a teaching on love, creation, and the original rules of military engagement. 

 

Shabbat Shalom!

 

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