Deuteronomy 1:1 - 3:22
These classic study guides form the core of successful bar and bat mitzvah preparation.
Each study guide starts with blessings for studying and reading Torah, followed by an overview of the parashah. The text of each Torah portion is provided in vocalized Hebrew and English as well as unvocalized Hebrew to prepare for the reading from the Torah scroll itself, along with the commentary on the portion by Rabbi W. Gunther Plaut. This is followed by a summary of the themes from the parashah by Rabbi Harvey Fields, along with questions for study and discussion, all of which will help the student with d’var Torah, or sermon. The haftarah portion, in Hebrew and English is also provided.
The “Torah in Action” feature suggests mitzvah projects related to the specific parashah.