Rosh Hashana is almost upon us. We are getting ready to pray, celebrate and sound the shofar. Oh, it’s a Jewish event, so we are obviously cooking lots of food.
We are also celebrating the last Shabbat of the year. This week’s parsha, Nitzavim, is one of the shortest in the Torah, with only 40 verses.
Yet, it packs in some of the most powerful Jewish themes. We are told about the unity of the Jewish people and the future redemption. We are taught that Torah and its commandments are within reach.
Straddling the past year and facing the New Year, it’s no wonder that we often read this parsha right before Rosh Hashana.
The message is clear. Embracing the new year and its blessing can best be achieved by embracing the values of Torah. These virtues never grow tired and will ultimately usher in the bright future – a time of world peace, holiness and plenty.
May the coming year be one of true blessings to you and yours.