The Midrash states, “Moses was the first Redeemer and he is the final Redeemer.” This doesn’t mean that Moses will be the final Redeemer, as Moses is a Levite and Moshiach will be from the Tribe of Judah. Rather, our Sages teach us that through the power of Moses, who was the first Redeemer, will come Moshiach – the final Redeemer. A major qualification of Moshiach is assiduous Torah study. Thus, his power and merit to redeem all Jews is through Torah, which is called “the Torah of Moses” and as G‑d told him: “Since you are humble it shall be called upon your name.” Likewise, the power of Jews to bring the final redemption today is through increased Torah study and its observance. This teaches us that the merit and power for bringing Moshiach is dependent upon the ideal role of Moses – through a wholesome dedication to Torah study and mitzvot (commandments).
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