Perhaps one of the most familiar aspects of the Pesach Haggadah is the passage of the Arba Banim, the Four Sons to whom we relate the notion of the Exodus. At the same time, it may also be one of the least understood. Who exactly are these individuals? What do they represent? What is the meaning of their questions – and the answers we supply? These questions actually [...]
What is the theme of parshas Vayikra? That might seem like a “no-brainer” of a question. After all, from even a cursory glance it is hard not to notice the extensive treatment of korbanos (offerings), in all of their various forms, contained therein. A “Clean” Sacrifice Actually, while korbanos does seem to be the prevailing theme, a closer look reveals yet another thread. The opening directive regarding the bringing of offerings [...]
This is the first in a series of Shabbosos that garner a specially designated Torah reading (in addition to the standard weekly parshah). The section detailing the mitzvah of the machtzis hashekel contribution is read this week. The relevance of this particular section to the current time period is apparent from the Mishnah in Shekalim (1:1): בְּאֶחָד בַּאֲדָר מַשְׁמִיעִין עַל הַשְּׁקָלִים. “On the first of Adar, an announcement was made [...]
Powerful Words of Inspiration
From Rabbi Yissocher Frand
VISIT BETTER THAN A SEGULAH
A division of Chevrah Lomdei Mishnah
All contributions are tax deductible.
Chevrah Lomdei Mishnah / The Society for Mishnah Study is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
We are members of The Donors Fund and Achisomoch.
Become a partner in the vital work of Chevrah Lomdei Mishnah and earn the invaluable merit of Torah study
for yourself or a loved one.
Your tax-deductible donation will enable our
network of Torah scholars to continue their
fundamental mission of providing eternal merit for
the Jewish nation.
Notifications
