Ha’azinu brings us to one of the most powerful moments in the Torah. Moses is approaching the end of his life, and rather than simply giving Israel another speech, he gives them a song. Songs remain in the memory long after ordinary words have faded. This song would become a witness throughout Israel’s generations—reminding them who ADONAI is, who they are, what happens when they abandon Him, and, ultimately, that His covenant purposes will not fail. Moses begins, “Give ear,