Shelach | From the Covenant of Fate to the Covenant of Destiny
The last mitzva in our parasha is the mitzva of tzitzit, reminding us to perform the mitzvot which we have accepted upon us in Shema. Why is davka this mitzva chosen to emphasize the importance of remembering our leaving Egypt. "Zekher leyetziat mitzayim, liheyot lakhem leElokim". Hashem is our God who took us out of Egyptian slavery. But Chazal prefer to emphasize the purpose, creating a deep personal connection. The covenant of destiny. Shifting from the Brit Goral to the Brit Ye'ud.
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