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Re'eh.

ראה
Devarim

See Clearly...Listen Wisely...Act Accordingly

The Torah portion of Re'eh begins by calling us to see and then listen to follow the Torah for a blessed life. Like Tai Chi, true awareness grows when we observe carefully, listen deeply, and move with purpose.

The teaching

In this week's Torah portion, G-d begins with a simple command..."See."

He places before us a choice between blessing and curse, then teaches that blessing comes when we listen to His commandments. True awareness begins by seeing clearly — but it is fulfilled by listening carefully.

Seeing reveals the path. Listening teaches us how to walk it.

Internal martial arts follows the same principle. Awareness comes before movement. We observe with our eyes, listen with our whole being, and respond with balance rather than impulse.

Whether in Torah or Tai Chi, wisdom begins by learning to see clearly... and to listen well. Learn more at TorahTaiChi.com.

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