Members of the tribes of Reuven and Gad have proposed that freshly conquered lands on the east bank of the Jordan River be set aside for them to settle.
“This land is wonderful for grazing,” said Roi Reuveni, a shepherd from the tribe of Reuven, “And we have so much cattle and sheep. This would be the perfect place for us to settle down.”
After consulting with the CEO of Planet Earth, a.k.a. HaShem Almighty, Moshe has agreed to their request on the condition that they bravely lead the Jews in battle to conquer Canaan, laying their lives on the line for the sake of their fellow Jews.
“We were shocked by Moshe Rabbeinu’s other condition,” reported Gadi Goatstein of the tribe of Gad, “that half of the tribe of Menasheh settle here with us as well. I guess we’ll have lots of company.”
