The Rabbi Sacks Legacy Torah as Song (Rabbi Sacks on Vayelech, Covenant & Conversation)
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Sep 24, 2025 Discover how Moses' final moments emphasize the power of song in the Torah. Rabbi Sacks delves into the command to write the song, linking it to our generational responsibility. Explore why the Torah is likened to a melody that requires renewal for each age. Hear about the emotional resonance of music in faith and its role in Jewish liturgy. A captivating story reveals how a lullaby rekindled identity among hidden children, illustrating music's profound ability to connect us to our heritage.
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Make Torah New Each Generation
- The Torah must be made new in every generation rather than merely inherited unchanged.
- We are commanded to 'write for yourselves' so each generation takes active ownership of the Torah.
Torah Is A Possessive Legacy
- Torah is a morasha (possession taken by deed), not a nachalah (a passive inheritance).
- We must actively take possession of Torah through effort, study, and practice.
Why Torah Is Called A Song
- The Torah is called a 'song' because emotion and affect matter for transmission.
- Without an emotional, musical dimension, faith will fail to pass to the next generation.
