The Torah portion of Ki Tavo contains a section known as the “Reproof”–punishments that will be inflicted on Israel if they do not obey G-d. On a deeper level, however, these curses are directed at the Evil Inclination, as the Torah states several chapter later (Deut. 30:7): “And the L-rd your G-d will place all these denunciations upon your enemies, and on those who hate you.” This will reach its culmination in the Messianic era, when “I will cause the impure spirit to depart from the land.” At that time, all of Israel’s enemies, both within and without, will be destroyed. (Ohr HaTorah)
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