This week's portion tells the story of the deal that three tribes made with Moses: they liked the land in Transjordan so much that they preferred to stay there rather than crossing into the Land of Israel. Moses agreed, on condition that they lead the Israelites into battle against the Canaanites. They did so.
The deal is portrayed as an unfortunate necessity, a concession to the stubborn nature of the people and the sinful nature of humankind in general, who would rather have instant gratification than fulfill a Heavenly mission. But the deal preserves the Divine spark of that mission, even in an earthly compromise.
The portion then recounts the journeys of the Israelites through the desert, until the final point of departure, across the Jordan River from Jericho. The Torah names the leaders that will guide the people after Moses's death, including Joshua, who was named as Moses's successor in the previous portion.
Then God gives specific commandments about setting aside land for the priestly tribe of Levites, plus the need to create four "cities of refuge" for exiling those who commit involuntary manslaughter. The rules for inheritance are also discussed; they provide that land shall not leave a tribe through marriage.
Today's episode is devoted to the second anniversary of the October 7 terror attacks. It was produced before the announcement of a ceasefire deal, yet remains current & relevant.
Please listen, and #bringthemhome.
SiriusXM Patriot 125, 7-10 p.m. ET (4-7 PT)
This week's portion is a beautiful poem, containing the Covenant between God and the people of Israel. But given the breaking news that Hamas may actually have agreed to release all of the Israeli hostages, I will devote my remarks to that.
One hopes it is true; if so, it makes this week's additional reading, from II Samuel 22, even more relevant: David's song of praise to the Lord for delivering him from the hand of his enemies.
"18 He rescued me from my powerful enemy,
from my foes, who were too strong for me.
19 They confronted me in the day of my disaster,
but the Lord was my support."
So much to focus on this week -- and much breaking news. A peace deal in the Middle East, perhaps? Eric Adams dropping out of the mayor's race? And a looming shutdown as Democrats push their demands beyond absurdity.
Special guests:
- Bradley Jaye - Breitbart News congressional correspondent, on the shutdown
- John Carney - Breitbart News financial editor, on the upcoming jobs report
- Jerome Hudson - Breitbart News entertainment editor, on the Kimmel fallout
- Frances Martel - Breitbart News foreign editor, on the UN and Gaza talks
- Matisyahu - award-winning reggae artist, on his new album, "Ancient Child"
Tune in: 7-10 p.m. ET, 4-7 p.m. PT
Call: 866-957-2874
