September 12, 2025
A PEEK AT THE PARSHA
In Parshat Ki Tavo, we learn about important mitzvot that Bnei Yisrael followed when they entered Eretz Yisrael. First, Hashem tells them that when they harvest their crops, they should take the first fruits, bikkurim, and bring them to the Beit HaMikdash in Yerushalayim. There, they would give thanks to Hashem for the land He gave them and remember the journey from Egypt to freedom. Then, Moshe Rabbeinu reminds Bnei Yisrael that they are special because Hashem chose them to be His Am Segulah: treasured nation. He encourages them to keep all of Hashem’s mitzvot and then Hashem will raise
ONE BIG IDEA
The mitzvah of bikkurim is when Jews bring the first fruits of the harvest to the Beit HaMikdash and thank Hashem for giving them the Land of Israel and for all the blessings they have received. Even though Bnei Yisrael worked hard to plant and grow the fruits, they still recognize that everything ultimately comes from Hashem, so they show gratitude by giving the first and best of what they have to Hashem. We can apply this lesson in our own lives. Whether it’s doing well in school, having good friends, or enjoying time with family, we should always remember to thank Hashem for His blessings. May we always appreciate Hashem’s gifts and use them to do mitzvot and help others!
Ki Tavo ·
them above all other nations to be a h oly nation for Hashem. Next, Moshe describes a ceremony that will take place when they cross the Jordan River into Israel. They will take two sets of twelve large stones from the Yarden (Jordan River). One of the sets of stones will be placed in the river as a reminder of the great miracles that Bnei Yisrael experienced. On the other set of twelve stones, Moshe would write the entire Torah.
Then, six tribes will stand on Har (Mount) Gerizim, and six on Har Eival. The Levi’im will stand in the middle and call out brachot (blessings) for those who follow Hashem’s mitzvot and klalot (curses) for those who do not. These blessings and curses are meant to help Bnei Yisrael understand the importance of listening to Hashem’s Torah. At the end of the parsha, Moshe tells Bnei Yisrael about the wonderful blessings they will receive if they follow Hashem’s commandments. They will have plenty of food, success in everything they do, and live safely in Eretz Yisrael. But, if they don’t keep the mitzvot, they will experience hardships and suffering. Parshat Ki Tavo reminds us how important it is to always follow Hashem’s mitzvot and be grateful for everything He gives us!
Candle-lighting: 6:52pm
Havdalah: 7:46pm
CHECKLIST
To be filled out after shabbat and brought to school.
I called to wish them a “Shabbat Shalom”
I went to ________________ shul (synagogue)
I did the Shabbat mitzvah of_______________
Hadlakat Nerot/Kiddush/Hamotzi/ Birkat Hamazon
I sang zemirot/songs
I wore __________________ in honor of Shabbat
To prepare my home for Shabbat, I
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Class: __________________________________
Parent Signature: _________________________
UPCOMING EVENTS & BIRTHDAYS
9/22-9/24 Rosh Hashana
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