Dvar Torah for Shelach 5th Aliyah: Actual text: https://tinyurl.com/yn2ut2kt The Torah describes the supplements that are now to be brought with the sacrifices, including Minchah (meal offerings) and Nesech (wine). Commentaries explain that this is to atone for the spies’ unfavorable report. The Torah then qualifies that this rule applies to native Jews (15:13) and then contradicts that by including converts three times (15:14–16). Rav Schwab suggests that because the new accompaniments were added as a direct result of the Jews’ improper dismissal of the land and God’s gift, converts may feel like it would not apply to them. Or, conversely, Jews may feel like some rules may not apply to converts. The Torah is emphasizing that although rules have specific origins, their observance applies to everyone. This focus on equality helps people view each other as equals and encourages the sharing of burdens. We are stronger together and finding ways to work as a team will only improve our collective future. Please consider forwarding this to others so they can join! https://chat.whatsapp.com/I7IHQNPpKLF0adHHXTUYda