King David Primary School - Weekly Diary 

Date: 29.6.26 / 14 Tammuz 5786 (י״ד בְּתַמּוּז תשפ״ו) 
Parsha: Pinchas: Numbers 25:10–30:1 

📖 What happens in this part of the Torah? 

In this section, we learn about a man called Pinchas, who acts bravely to stop something wrong happening among the people. Because of this, God gives him a special reward of peace. 

Then, God teaches Moses important lessons about fairness and leadership: 

• The daughters of Zelophehad ask if they can inherit land, even though they are girls. 

• God says they are right, and changes the law so daughters can inherit if there are no sons. 

• This teaches that the Torah listens and cares about what is fair. 

We also learn that Moses will soon pass on leadership: 

• God tells Moses to choose Joshua (Yehoshua) to lead the people next. 

• Moses supports Joshua, showing how a good leader helps others succeed. 

At the end, we learn about the special korbanot (offerings) given on Shabbat and festivals. 

🌟 Key learning points for children 

1. Standing up for what is right 
Pinchas acted bravely when something wrong was happening. 
👉 Sometimes we must be brave and make good choices. 

2. Everyone deserves fairness 
The daughters of Zelophehad spoke up. 
👉 We should listen to others and treat people fairly. 

3. Good leaders help others 
Moses chose Joshua and supported him. 
👉 A good leader helps others do well. 

4. Traditions matter 
The Torah teaches about special offerings. 
👉 This reminds us to make Shabbat and festivals special. 

💡 Takeaway summary 

This story teaches us about bravery, fairness, and leadership. 

Even when something feels difficult, we can: 

• Do the right thing 

• Speak up kindly 

• Help others 

👉 Big idea: Being brave, fair, and kind helps us build a better world. 

Thought of Rabbi Sacks: 

🧠 What Rabbi Sacks teaches about this parsha (for kids) 

🤔 1. Courage can change the world 
Rabbi Sacks explains that Pinchas acted bravely when others did not. 
👉 For kids: One person can make a big difference by doing the right thing. 

⚖️ 2. Fairness is very important 
The daughters of Zelophehad spoke up—and God listened. 
👉 For kids: Everyone deserves to be treated fairly, and every voice matters. 

🌱 3. Great leaders think about the future 
Moses prepares Joshua to take over. 
👉 For kids: A good leader helps others succeed, not just themselves. 

❤️ 4. Peace is the goal 
Pinchas is given a “covenant of peace.” 
👉 Rabbi Sacks teaches that even when we are strong, we should always aim for peace. 

🌟 Simple takeaway (Rabbi Sacks’ message) 

Courage, fairness, and kindness help create peace. 

👉 Big idea: Being strong means helping to make the world a better and more peaceful place. 

Around the Shabbat Table 

🥄 1. Question 
Why was Pinchas rewarded for his actions? 

✅ Answer: 
Because he acted bravely to stop something wrong. The Torah teaches that doing the right thing matters, even when it is difficult. 

❤️ 2. Question 
What can we learn from the daughters of Zelophehad? 

✅ Answer: 
We learn that everyone should be treated fairly, and it is important to speak up respectfully when something is not right. 

🌱 3. Question 
What makes someone a good leader, like Moses? 

✅ Answer: 
A good leader helps others, prepares the next leader, and thinks about the future—not just themselves. 

🌟 Family takeaway 
No matter how old we are, we can be brave, fair, and kind in our daily lives. 

Parsha summary adapted from Chabad.org and Rabbi Sacks Legacy

The weekly mitzvot are adapted from the PAJES Primary Parashat Hashavua Curriculum, and form the basis of the school's PSHE curriculum for all pupils alongside the Torah, Well Being and Me curriculum.