Forget preemptive attacks: this week YHWH sanctions wars of choice. To her credit, however, she also lays out pretty good rules to moderate the behavior of testosterone engorged warriors who want to end their conquests with a bang. Ki Tetze also requires kindness toward mother hens.

As an extra experimental treat this week, we’ve published a video version. As always, we appreciate your comments. – SHABBAT SHALOM! – a & s