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וַיַּרְאֵהוּ יְהֹוָה אֶת כׇּל הָאָרֶץ - פרשת וזאת הברכה - From the River to the See

Parasha with dAvId Saltzman··2 October 2026·19 min

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This shiur examines the final moments of Moshe as he surveyed the Promised Land from Mount Nebo before his death. Commentators discuss why God granted him this vision, suggesting it was to confirm the fulfillment of the divine oath to the Patriarchs or to offer Moses a supernatural glimpse of future Jewish history. The texts also address the unique nature of his passing, described as a "kiss" from God rather than a natural decline of his physical strength. Some interpretations argue that Moshe did not truly die in a conventional sense but continues to exist in a lofty, spiritual state. Ultimately, the collection highlights Moshes' unparalleled status as a prophet whose influence remained vital even as the leadership transitioned to Joshua.