Shoftim

Shabbat Parashat Shoftim, 1st of Elul 5786, begins this evening, Friday, 14.08.2026, bringing with it the commandments of Shabbat and the preparation for the day of rest. Below are the times for the beginning of Shabbat, the end of Shabbat, and Rabbeinu Tam times in various cities across the country.

The portion of Shoftim explores the deep meaning of being "dead" through the lens of gratitude to the Creator. Using a parable about a flower and King David's institution of one hundred daily blessings, the author explains how failing to appreciate the Almighty's gifts disconnects a person from the source of life.