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In this episode of The Daily Derech, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein explores Parshat HaAzinu, Hilchot Sh’vitat Asor, and a teaching from Menorat HaMaor about repentance, restraint, and preparing for Yom Kippur.

The Parashah section focuses on remembering Jewish history and God’s relationship with previous generations. Rabbi Rubenstein emphasizes that understanding the past helps Jews remain conscious of the covenant, while considering the future and divine accountability can also inspire teshuvah.

The Rambam section explains the minimum amounts of food and drink that constitute eating and drinking on Yom Kippur. For those who cannot safely fast, eating or drinking smaller amount ...