Removal of a Landmark

There is a commandment in the Torah that reads, “לא תסיג גבול רעך.” This is the prohibition of the removal of a landmark. It literally refers to a situation where one “expands” his property into his neighbor’s domain.

The Sifrei asks whether or not the violator of this law should be obligated also for stealing. The answer is that there are two violations in Israel but only one outside of Israel. The explanation for this is explained by the Torah Temima.

In Israel, when a person possesses land, it is for many generations. This is where our right to the land is absolute. Outside of Israel, the land that is possessed is only temporary. It remains the property of the Jew, as long as Jews live in that specific place. History has taught us that we do not remain in any one land for very long.

The prophecies of the Tanach teach us that once return to Israel and rebuild the Third Commonwealth, Jews will never go into exile again. Despite our current predicament, with Hashem’s help, great things are ahead.

All of the sacrifices will not be for naught. Our possession of the land, will be forever. Now it is time for every Jew to try and own a piece of Eretz Yisrael. It is a big Mitzva to take possession of the land, and a great investment!