September 26, 2024 · 01:07:25
Parsha Shiur Nitzavim - Vayelech 2024 Almighty GD informed Moshe that the time had come for him to die. He used the word הן. The Midrash sees in this word, the reason for Moshe’s death. Rabbi Akiva possesses qualities that Moshe Rabbeinu doesn’t seem to have. Yet, he claims to have received them from Moshe Rabbeinu. Naomi begs her daughters-in-law, not to return to the land of Israel with her. Initially they refuse to leave her, so she uses the word הן. As soon as she does, Orpah leaves, but Rus remains. Sources Parshas Vayelech Perek 31 Pesukim 14 - 16. Midrash Rabba Devorim Parsha 9 Perek 6 and Perek 8. Midrash Rabba Devorim Parsha 11 Perek 9 and 10. Likkutei Sichos Volume 6 page 126 and footnote 35. Gemara Makkos end of Masechet Gemara Brachos 61 B Gemara Shabbos 97 A Gemara Menachos 29 B Maamar Bila Hamoves Lonetzach Megilas Rus Perek 1 Pesukim 12 - 14 Gemara Yuma 52 B