Parsha Aykev: The Heeling of Torah

The name of this week’s parsha (Torah portion) is called Aykev which can mean the “heel” or “as a consequence of.”  For what I wish to talk about today, I think I prefer the latter. This parsha is the 3rd installment of Moshe’s last words to the people.  In it, Moshe (Moses)  tells the people that following haShem’s (god’s) ways will provide wealth and health and a bountiful land and victory over more powerful peoples.  He goes on to describe … Continue reading