Shabbat Metzora Readings and Commentary...

Leviticus 14:1–15:33; 2 Kings 7:3-20 Video Commentary of Rabbi Chaim Richman, The Temple Institute, Jerusalem: The individual suffering from tzarat can bear the affliction within the walls of their house, the clothing that they wear, or upon their own flesh. While the affliction causes a debilitating physical reaction, it is essentially a spiritual wake-up call. Acknowledging one’s shortcomings and approaching...

Sabbath Reading and Commentary for week 18, 2009, ...

Founding Membership >> Leviticus 12:1–18:30; 2 Kings 4:42 – 5:19, Isaiah 66:1-24 by Michael Schneider, israel today, Jerusalem In last week’s Torah portion we learned about clean and unclean animals, this week’s reading begins with, “when a woman gives birth (tazria).” When a child is born, it is the beginning of all things.

Shabbat Reading and Commentary for week 14, 2008, ...

Leviticus 12:1–13,59; 2 Kings 4:42 – 5:18; Ezekiel 45:16-46:18 by Michael Schneider, israel today, Jerusalem Commentary: In last week’s Torah portion we learned about clean and unclean animals, this week’s reading begins with, “when a woman gives birth (tazria).” When a child is born, it is the beginning of all things. Also, in this reading we are shown that purity standards were given and at a time when the...