Parashat Behar Bechucotai

This week's Torah portion, Parashat Behar Bechucotai, and in particular Parashat Behar, introduces a fundamental quality for both the Jewish People and Gerim. These are individuals who rejected idolatry and accepted the yoke of Torah. In other words, they "made kabbalah" (which is explained in one of my previous posts). The opening verse of the portion reads, "Hashem spoke to Moses on Mount Sinai saying: Speak to the Children of Israel and say to them…"

This verse contains a double language connotation, as it reiterates the use of the terms "Israel" and "say to them" (Tzvei Dinim/from the mouth of God we heard two). This suggests that Hashem is not only speaking directly to the Jewish People, but also addressing the future gerim.

Parashat Behar conveys a message emphasizing the importance of living according to Hashem's Torah, which is relevant to all individuals, regardless of their background or religion. It highlights the inclusiveness of the Torah, and that the Torah path is open for any person to follow. The Torah specifically includes everyone, as it is the path intended for every living soul.

Reading the verse "Hashem spoke to Moses on Mount Sinai saying: Speak to the Children of Israel and say to them…", one may not have initially realized that the phrase "and say to them" also includes those from the nations who turned from idolatry/shituf.

In conclusion, Parashat Behar teaches us that the path of Torah is open to all individuals who seek to live a life of purpose and meaning. It is a message that emphasizes the inclusiveness of the Torah, and that anyone can choose to follow this path, without conversion to Judaism and without religion..

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