🐝 Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha

Q1: Who pleaded to Hashem to enter Eretz Yisrael?

👉 A: Moshe Rabbeinu

Q2: Why did Hashem refuse Moshe’s request to enter the land?

😠 A: Hashem was angry with Moshe because of the actions of Bnei Yisrael

Q3: What did Hashem instruct Moshe to do after refusing his request?

🏔️ A: Climb a mountain and view the land; encourage and strengthen Yehoshua

Q4: Where did Bnei Yisrael remain after Moshe’s plea?

📍 A: In the valley opposite Beis Peor

Q5: What command did Moshe tell Bnei Yisrael regarding the mitzvos?

➕➖ A: Not to add or subtract from the mitzvos

Q6: What lesson did Bnei Yisrael learn from Baal Peor?

⚖️ A: Worshippers were punished; loyal ones survived

Q7: How is the Torah described in relation to wisdom?

📚 A: The Torah is the wisdom of the Jewish people in the eyes of the nations

Q8: What are Bnei Yisrael commanded to remember about Matan Torah?

🧠 A: Never forget witnessing it; teach it to children

Q9: What is the significance of the fire at Matan Torah?

🔥 A: Hashem’s voice came from the fire; Ten Commandments were given

Q10: What warning does Moshe give about idolatry?

🚫🖼️ A: Don’t make or worship images of humans, animals, or heavenly bodies

Q11: What is the consequence of going astray in the land?

🌍 A: Exile and dispersion among nations

Q12: What promise does Hashem give about His mercy?

💖 A: He is merciful and won’t forget the covenant

Q13: What is unique about the nation of Israel?

🌟 A: No nation is closer to Hashem

Q14: How many Arei Miklat did Moshe separate?

3️⃣ A: Three

Q15: Name the three Arei Miklat on the east side of the Jordan.

🏙️ A: Betzer (Reuven), Ramos (Gad), Golan (Menasheh)

Q16: What was the purpose of the Arei Miklat?

🛡️ A: Refuge for accidental killers

Q17: What covenant did Hashem make at Chorev?

📜 A: With all Israel, not just the forefathers

Q18: Who stood between Hashem and the people at Har Sinai?

🧔 A: Moshe Rabbeinu

Q19: Which mitzvah teaches the unity of Hashem?

🔊 A: The Shema: “Hashem is One”

Q20: What is the mitzvah of Ahavas Hashem?

❤️ A: Love Hashem with all heart, soul, and possessions

Q21: What daily mitzvah involves recitation morning and evening?

🗣️ A: Reciting the Shema

Q22: What mitzvos regarding Tefillin are found in this parsha?

🌀 A: Donning hand and head Tefillin

Q23: Which mitzvah is performed on the doorposts?

🚪 A: Mezuzah

Q24: What warning is given about the nations of Canaan?

⚔️ A: Destroy them completely; no covenants

Q25: What prohibition is given regarding marriage with the nations?

💍🚫 A: Don’t marry them or give children in marriage

Q26: Why are intermarriages forbidden?

🛑 A: They lead to idolatry

Q27: What must be done to idols and accessories?

🔥 A: Destroy altars, statues, trees, and idols

Q28: How does Hashem describe Bnei Yisrael?

👑 A: A holy, chosen nation

Q29: Why did Hashem choose Bnei Yisrael?

🤝 A: Because of His love and the covenant

Q30: How long does Hashem safeguard the covenant?

⏳ A: A thousand generations

Q31: What are the Ten Commandments in this parsha?

🔟 A: No other gods, no images, don’t take Hashem’s name in vain, keep Shabbos, honor parents, don’t murder, commit adultery, steal, lie, or covet

Q32: What is the reward for honoring parents?

🌱 A: Long life in the land

Q33: What reminder is given about Shabbos?

🔔 A: You were slaves in Egypt; Hashem redeemed you

Q34: Why did Bnei Yisrael ask Moshe to speak instead of Hashem?

😨 A: They feared dying from hearing Hashem’s voice

Q35: What did Hashem say about their fear?

🙏 A: If only they always had such awe

Q36: What must Moshe do after their request?

📖 A: Be intermediary and teach mitzvos

Q37: What are Jews commanded to do with the words of Shema?

🧵 A: Teach children, speak Torah, bind Tefillin to arms/eyes, Place Mezuzos on doorposts

Q38: What warning is given upon entering the land?

💼 A: Don’t forget Hashem in prosperity

Q39: What should Bnei Yisrael tell the wise son?

📘 A: Story of Egypt and Hashem’s miracles

Q40: Why is it important not to test Hashem?

🧪🚫 A: Do what’s right; don’t test Him like at Massah

Q41: What negative mitzvah prohibits coveting?

👀 A: Don’t covet others’ possessions

Q42: What does “Lo Sosif” mean?

➕➖ A: Don’t add or subtract from mitzvos

Q43: What memory does the Mezuzah evoke?

🏠 A: Hashem’s presence and mitzvah observance

Q44: What does Hashem warn Bnei Yisrael about when they settle in cities they did not build?

🏙️ A: Not to forget Hashem, who took them out of Egypt, and to remember His kindness

Q45: What command does Moshe give regarding the nations in Canaan?

⚔️ A: Destroy them completely and do not form covenants with them

Q46: What reason does Hashem give for choosing Bnei Yisrael?

💖📜 A: Not their greatness, but His love and the covenant with the forefathers

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