Parashat Bechukotai 5772 This week we conclude Sefer Vayikra. Strangely, the beginning of the last chapter doesn’t seem to be related to the rest of the sefer. Here are the relevant verses that I looked at earlier this week (Judaica … Continue reading
Parashat Bechukotai 5772 This week’s parasha starts with the tochachah / admonition of the Jewish people. Then the Torah discusses various vows and contributions that a person can make. Both of these topics are difficult and sensitive. I’ve decided to … Continue reading
Parashat Emor 5772 I’m using a different format this week because I want to discuss a practical topic. Also, there is a special opportunity available for just a few days this week that I want to let you know about. … Continue reading
Parashat Acharei Mot – Kedoshim 5772 Let’s dive right into trying to understand this concept of kedusha. Here are the verses I quoted earlier this week: Vayikra Chapter 11 (Parashat Shemini) 44 For I am the Lord your God, and … Continue reading
Parashat Acharei Mot – Kedoshim 5772 An underlying theme of Sefer Vayikra is kedusha. Let’s look at some of the verses that touch on this point (translation from Judaica Press). In Vayikra Chapter 11 (Parashat Shemini) these verses occur immediately … Continue reading
Parashat Tazria – Metzora 5772 Here are the questions that I have been struggling with this week. 1. What is tumah? 2. Without the Beit HaMikdash, is tumah important? 3. In some circumstances it is the role of a kohen … Continue reading
Pesach 5772 I know that everyone is very busy getting ready for Pesach. I want to share with you a short video (only four minutes long) on some ideas that will make your Pesach Seder a better experience for you … Continue reading
Parashat Tzav 5772 It’s important to develop sound habits. But why would God insist that the Kohen Gadol develop the habit of bringing a meal offering every day? Here are the verses that discuss the meal offering of the Kohen … Continue reading
