


The Portion of Masei (Numbers 33:1-36:13)
In this Torah portion, the final portion in the book of Numbers, we review the journeys made by the Israelites in the desert and learn about the plan for their arrival in the Holy Land, including the division of the land. Finally, we return to the story of the...
The Portion of Matot (Numbers 30:2-32:42)
In this Torah portion, we are taught about vows which can be annulled, about God’s revenge on the Midianites, and about two tribes who wish to hand-pick their land lot. Vows and Oaths Numbers 30:2-17 The Torah delineates the laws of vows in this passage. Any promise...
The Portion of Pinchas (Numbers 25:10-30:1)
Our portion picks up where last week’s left off, in the aftermath of a plague. Phineas is blessed by God for his actions, and a new census of the people is taken. The brotherless daughters of Zelophehad appeal to Moses for a share in the land of Israel, and God...
The Portion of Balak (Numbers 22:2-25:9)
This week’s portion demonstrates the scope of the Israelites’ reputation during their desert travels. Balak, the king of Moab, hears what befell the Amorites when they stood up to God’s people, and decides he does not want to meet a similar fate. He opts to hire...