Judges and Leaders
Who does the Torah say we must appoint in every city?
Judges and officers
Can Bnei Yisrael have a king?
Yes, Hashem allows it.
Who does Hashem promise to send to guide the people?
A prophet.
How many cities of refuge were set aside?
6.
What do the Kohanim tell the soldiers before battle?
Not to be afraid, Hashem is with you.
What must judges not take when making decisions?
Bribes.
From which nation must the king come?
From the Jewish people, not a foreigner.
Who is the prophet supposed to be like?
Moshe Rabbeinu.
Who goes to a city of refuge?
Someone who killed by accident.
Who does not have to go fight in the war? (Name one)
Someone who just built a house, planted a vineyard, got married, or is scared.
What do judges have to do to make sure everyone is treated fairly?
Judge with justice.
What is the king not allowed to have too many of? (Name one)
Horses, wives, or riches.
What should the people do when a prophet speaks Hashem’s words?
Listen and obey.
Why did Hashem give us these cities?
To protect the person until there is a trial.
What are the Jewish people not allowed to destroy in war?
Fruit trees.
What famous line comes from this parsha about justice?
"Tzedek, tzedek tirdof" — Justice, justice you shall pursue.
What must the king carry with him all the time?
A Sefer Torah.
What happens if someone pretends to be a prophet?
They are punished.
When can the person leave the city of refuge?
When the Kohen Gadol dies.
What must Bnei Yisrael offer to a city before fighting?
Peace.
Who must we listen to if we have a question about Torah law?
The Kohanim, judges, and leaders in that time.
Why must the king always have a Torah with him?
So he will fear Hashem and follow the mitzvot.
How do we know if a prophet is real?
If their words come true.
What happens if someone killed on purpose?
They do not go to a city of refuge; they are punished.
Who really fights the war for Bnei Yisrael?
Hashem.