Miracles, Sustenance, and Triumph: A Journey Through the Desert

"YOSEF’S BONES: A LEGACY OF FAITH, REDEMPTION, AND SPIRITUAL CONTINUITY"
The Holy One Blessed Be He! Welcome to Beit Yisrael International’s Voice of Torah Podcast. Today, we explore Parashat Beshalach, a Torah portion filled with profound themes of redemption, resurrection, and the ultimate battle against spiritual doubt and explore the concept of the spirit of Amalek.
“Moses took the bones (Atzmot) of Yosef with him” (Exodus 13:19).
One of the striking elements of this parasha is Atzmot Yosef, the bones of Yosef, which Moshe carried out of Egypt. This act was not merely a physical task but a deep spiritual mission. Yosef represents the power of Mashiach ben Yosef, the precursor to redemption, who prepares the way for Israel’s spiritual restoration. The Midrash explains that Yosef’s bones symbolize the continuity of faith, the promise of redemption, and the unity of Israel as a nation.
While all the Israelites were occupied with acquiring the gold and silver of the Egyptians before leaving Egypt, Moses was occupied with the command of Yosef’s bones (cf.Sotah 13a).
‘Yosef possessed the sign of Redemption’ (for he had prophesized: God will surely visit you) (cf. Zohar Beshalakh). When Yosef made this promise, he was still alive, yet he didn’t speak of bringing back his “body” but his “Bones” (atzmot). And since Egyptians mummified him (Genesis 50:26), Yosef’s flesh remained in his corpse.
However, the Torah refers to his bones, not his body.The term was used on purpose. The word: “Bones” in Hebrew is “Atzmot”, which comes from: Etzem (עצם). The word literally means: “essence”, as in the verse: and there was under his feet… “as the Essence of Heavens” –‘keEtzem haShamaim’ (Exodus 24:10).
Another defining moment in Parashat Beshalach is the Shirat HaYam, the Song of the Sea, sung by Moshe and the Israelites after their miraculous deliverance. Rashi, in his commentary that the phrase "Az Yashir Moshe"—"Then Moshe will sing"—is written in future tense, hinting at techiyat ha-meitim, the resurrection of the dead. This indicates that just as Israel was redeemed from Egypt, so too, in the future, the righteous will be resurrected and sing praises to Hashem in the ultimate redemption.
AMALEK’S ATTACK: A SPIRITUAL BATTLE AGAINST DOUBT AND DISUNITY
Following the miracles of the Exodus, Amalek attacks Israel. The sages teach that Amalek represents safek , doubt, as its numerical value equals 240, the same as safek. Amalek’s strategy was not just a physical assault but a spiritual war, attempting to sow uncertainty and weaken Israel’s faith. The battle against Amalek is ongoing, requiring constant vigilance in our service of Hashem, as the Torah commands: “Blot out the memory of Amalek from under the heavens.”

The five groups of the Erev Rav—Nefilim, Giborim, Anakim, Refaim, and Amalekites—serve as archetypes of spiritual challenges that persist across generations.
Nefilim are those who seek lust.
Giborim are those who seek to gain an honorable name for themselves, even building synagogues and donating items for the Sefer Torah so that their name can be honored.
Anakim are those who ridicule Torah scholars.
Refaim are those who slacken off from doing kindness and charity for those who learn Torah.
Amalekim are those who are at the heads of the nation of Israel during the exile and steal from poor Israel people
The concept of Joshua's war against Amalek, as interpreted by the Vilna Gaon (HaGra), is deeply rooted in Jewish mystical and ethical teachings. It reflects the multi-dimensional struggle against Amalek that spans spiritual, moral, and physical planes.
Dr. Tsvi Sadan says, “The war 'Joshua' wages against Amalek, according to HaGra, happens on three planes:
War against “Amalek of the heart”, which represents the evil inclination and evil qualities.
War against “Spiritual Amalek”, which is Satan, whose central force is at the gates of Jerusalem.
War against “Physical Amalek”, represented by the descendants of Esau, Ishmael, and the mixed multitude.
This Parasha reminds us of the continuity of faith, the promise of resurrection, and the importance of standing strong against doubt. May we merit to see the full redemption soon, where Hashem’s sovereignty is revealed to all.
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AMALEK’S ATTACK: A SPIRITUAL BATTLE AGAINST DOUBT AND DISUNITY

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