# 003 - Shema Yisrael, pt3 - The 2nd Paragraph

From **R David Aaron: ShiurBank** by R David Aaron.

- **Published:** Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT
- **Duration:** 1:07:59
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The Shema’s 2nd paragraph addresses communal responsibility, and its basic innovation is the idea of reward and punishment. At first glance, the rewards promised to Jews if they follow Hashem’s path seems a bit disappointing, but when looked at closely they are foundational to a healthy spiritual life.

Series: Shema Yisrael

Speaker: Rav David Aaron

Date: 2026-06-15