Metzora: The “Prophecy” of Tzaraat

Leviticus 14:1 – 15:33 (3 – 4 Minute Read) Metzora continues the discussion by the Most High regarding the laws and rules relating to a person afflicted with tzaraat, or “Biblical leprosy.”  The process of purification and the affiliated offerings…

Tazria: The Consequences of Negative Speech

(3 -4 Minute) Leviticus 12:1 – 13:59 The Torah parasha, or portion, of Tazria primarily discusses the malady, quarantine, and remedy of tzaraat.  Tzaraat is commonly translated as “leprosy” in English. However, this is a misnomer, as tzaraat does not…

Pekudei: The Importance of Details

(3-4 Minute Read) Exodus 38:21 – 40:38 Pekudei begins with the orders [or records] of the Mishkan, Tabernacle, which were drawn up at Moses’ instruction by the Levites under the supervision of Itamar, the son of Aaron the priest.  Bezalel…

Vayakhel: Contributing by Abilities

(3 – 4 Minute Read) Exodus 35:1 – 38:20 The combined Torah portion of Vayakhel-Pekudei begins as Moses gathered the congregation of Israel and told them what the Eternal One commanded them.  On six days work could be done, but…

Tazria-Metzorah: Biblical Quarantine and the Coronavirus

(3 – 4 Minute Read) Leviticus 12:1 – 15:33 The Torah parasha, or portion, of Tazria-Metzora primarily discusses the malady, quarantine, and remedy of tzaraat.  Tzaraat is commonly translated as “leprosy” in English. However, this is a misnomer, as tzaraat…