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Parashat Mishpatim 5777

I hope you enjoy this short quiz on Mishpatim. There are several questions about the eved Ivri and other parts of the parasha.

Unless I state otherwise, assume that all of the answers are based on Rashi’s commentary.

The outline of this week’s parasha bothers me. Here’s the basic structure of the parasha following the breaks in the Torah text:

For the first time Aharon and his sons perform the priestly service.

In a burst of enthusiasm Nadav and Avihu bring “strange fire” and are killed.

Last week’s parasha recounted the ascent of Moshe to Har Sinai.

This week begins the commandments for building the Mishkan and its service.

Since this week’s parasha recounts the ascent of Moshe to Har Sinai, here’s a word search puzzle on that theme.

Since this week’s parasha recounts the giving on the Torah on Har Sinai, here’s a word search puzzle on that theme.

I think it’s hard to start with any topic other than last week’s election.

Rivkah writing at Bat Aliyah tells us that it took only ten minutes to cast her ballot.

Here’s a word search puzzle in honor of Tu B’Shevat.

Enjoy.