#215 | Shoftim ch.2 - The Cycle

From The Tanakh Podcast: R Alex Israel by R Alex Israel.

• Published: Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:35:01 GMT
• Duration: 00:09:59
• Books: Deuteronomy
• Parsha: Shoftim
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Our chapter describes a repetitive historical pattern" Israel serve idolatry - they get invaded - they cry out to God - they get saved.

This pattern is not random; it is Divine providence, as the nation are punished over and over for their sins. This is the reality for 300 years of history in the land of Israel.