ראשוןRishon
Moses gathers all the Israelites—men, women, children, and converts—to enter into a covenant with G-d. The covenant establishes the people as G-d’s nation.
שניSheni
Moses explains that the covenant applies not only to those standing there, but also to future generations of Israelites. He warns the people against turning away from G-d to serve idols.
שלישיShlishi
Moses warns that anyone who abandons the covenant and follows idolatry will face severe consequences. The Torah also describes the destruction of the Land and the responsibility of the community regarding wrongdoing.
רביעיRevi'i
Moses describes Israel’s future return to G-d after exile. G-d will gather the Israelites from distant lands, bring them back to the Land, and enable them to love Him wholeheartedly.
חמישיChamishi
G-d will place the curses upon the enemies who persecuted Israel, while blessing the Israelites after they return to Him. Their work, families, livestock, and land will again be blessed with abundance.
שישיShishi
Moses commands the Israelites to follow G-d’s commandments, explaining that the Torah is not distant or inaccessible. It is close to them, in their speech and hearts, so that they can fulfill it.
שביעיShvi'i
Moses presents the Israelites with a choice between life and death, blessing and curse. He urges them to choose life by loving G-d, listening to Him, and remaining faithful to Him.