Parsha Message – Eikev

In Parshat Eikev, Moshe warns the Jewish people that when they enter the Land of Israel and experience blessing, they must not forget Hashem, nor imagine that their security comes from their own strength. He reminds them that the land is a Divine gift, and that abandoning the covenant brings danger.

This week, the Albanese Government announced that Australia will recognise an imaginary “State of Palestine,” a move openly welcomed by Hamas, a terrorist organisation that has, in its charter and in its actions, dedicated itself to the destruction of Israel and the Jewish people.

The Torah teaches us that we are judged not only by our intentions but by the outcomes of our actions. A decision that earns the praise of those committed to violence and hatred would give any moral leader pause. Not our Prime Minister. In Eikev, we are reminded that aligning ourselves even indirectly with forces opposed to G-d’s covenant with Israel is not just a political mistake, it’s a spiritual danger.

As Jews, our task is to remain steadfast, to speak truth to power, and to stand for the eternal connection between the Jewish people and the Land of Israel, no matter how the political winds blow. This is a message that AJA takes to heart.