As we begin this year’s parshah Devarim teaching, we uncover a few textual clues pointing us to the deep essence of the Torah. We then ask the question, “Why does Moses begin his summary of the nearly 40-year wilderness journey with a recounting of the appointment of leaders, judges within Israel? Why is this foremost in his mind?” Answering that question leads us into a general discussion of how we are to judge. We then briefly review the importance of conquering the enemies east of the Jordan, and we come to a sobering realization about the two-and-a-half tribes who settle east of the Jordan.

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