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40 articles- The Day After ShabbosAn exploration of twelve classical and Chassidic explanations for why the Torah refers to the first day of Pesach as Shabbos in the context of Sefiras HaOmer.
- When to Count SefirahAn analysis of the halachic debate regarding whether to count Sefiras HaOmer before or after Aleinu, exploring the views of the Vilna Gaon, Ariza"l, and Bach.
- When Just Counting Does Not CountRabbi Reuven Klein explores the linguistic differences between Hebrew words for counting, explaining why Sefirat Ha'Omer uses the term sefirah over moneh.
- THE INTERNATIONAL DATELINEA comprehensive guide to the International Dateline in Halacha, exploring major rabbinic opinions, geographical locations, and practical implications for travel
- Mussaf Rosh HashanaAn analysis of the unique structure of the Mussaf prayer on Rosh Hashana, exploring the nine blessings, the inclusion of verses, and the blowing of the shofar.
- Kiddush HashemA summary of the laws of Kiddush Hashem based on Sanhedrin 74a-b, exploring when one must sacrifice their life rather than transgress a Torah commandment.
- Are Shabbos Desecrators Included in a MinyanAn analysis of whether Shabbos desecrators can be counted in a minyan, contrasting the lenient view of Rav Moshe Feinstein with the stricter Or L'tzion and Mish
- “Do Not Transgress a Light Mitzvah in Public” and ShoesAn exploration of the Talmudic concept of Arkesa D'mesana and why Jewish law requires martyrdom rather than changing even minor shoe-tying customs in public.
- MODERN APPLICATION: DO NOT CHANGE EVEN A “LIGHT” MITZVAHRav Herschel Schachter and Rav Soloveitchik explore the concept of arkesa d'mesana and its application to modern challenges like women's ordination.
- Be Killed and Do Not TransgressExplore the halakhic debate between Tosafot and the Rambam regarding the obligation to be killed rather than commit murder or forbidden sexual relationships.
- HaMekalail – The BlasphemerAn exploration of the Blasphemer (HaMekalail) in Parshat Emor, discussing his origins, the nature of the showbread, the court of Moshe, and laws of blasphemy.
- From the Torah Minim The FourAn exploration of the Four Minim (Arba Minim) based on Vayikra 23:40, detailing the halachic requirements of ownership, beauty, and completeness derived from th
- The TzedokimAn overview of the Tzedokim and Beitusim, detailing their rejection of the Oral Torah and thirteen specific halakhic disputes with the Chachamim.
- Distribution Between an Individual and a GroupAn analysis of the Cohen Gadol's share of the Lechem HaPanim, exploring the halachic principles of distribution between an individual and a group.
- The Show-BreadAn exploration of the Lechem HaPanim (Show-bread) in the Beit HaMikdash, covering its biblical requirements, unique shapes, and the expert Garmu family of baker
- Eating the Show-Bread According to Rabbenu YonahAn analysis of Rabbenu Yonah and Rav Moshe Feinstein's views on the miracle of the Lechem HaPanim, focusing on the laws of eating the bread and ritual impurity.
- The Lesson of the BreadsExplore the symbolism of the Lechem Hapanim, the miraculous Temple bread that remained fresh, teaching lessons on communal unity and material prosperity.
- Do Not Cause Others to Mention the Names of IdolsAn analysis of the prohibition against causing others to mention idols, explaining why G-d's name is absent from Megillat Esther and the laws of partnerships.
- These are My HolidaysAn analysis of how the seven Jewish festivals correspond to the seven days of Creation and the formation of the spiritual world.
- Three Shabbat PrayersAn exploration of the three Shabbat Amidah prayers, their distinct themes of Creation, Revelation, and Redemption, and the historical debate over Yismach Moshe.
- Breaking Through the Sound Bite BarrierRabbi Shimon Raichik explores Parshas Emor's lesson on effective education: repeating Torah concepts pleasantly and deeply to move beyond modern sound-bite cult
- Chadash Observance TodayRabbi Chaim Jachter explores the halachic foundations of Chadash observance, comparing lenient and strict approaches in Israel and the Diaspora.
- Aveilut during the OmerRabbi Yitzchak Etshalom explores the origins of mourning practices during Sefirat HaOmer, examining views from the Geonim, Shibbolei haLeket, and other Rishonim
- Tahor Eats Holy Items at NightAn analysis of Vayikra 22:7 and Berachot 2a regarding when a Cohen who was tamei may eat terumah and the halachic status of Chalah outside of Eretz Yisrael.
- OmerAn analysis of the laws of Sefirat HaOmer, focusing on the requirement for seven complete weeks and the status of one who becomes Bar Mitzvah during the period.
- And you shall make him holyAn exploration of the halachic prohibition against using a Cohen for personal service, discussing exceptions for paid work, spiritual gain, and voluntary servic
- Kiddush on Yom TovAn analysis of whether Kiddush on Yom Tov is a Torah obligation, contrasting the Magid Mishneh's view with sources from the Mechilta and Gemara Rosh HaShana.
- OMERAn analysis of the obligation for individuals to count the Omer personally, examining the Gemara in Menachos and the Torah Temimah's critique of the Magen Avrah
- Kohen GadolThe Baal HaTurim explains the five ways a Kohen Gadol is exalted over his peers, including beauty, strength, wealth, and years, and the community's role in this
- Bais Din Declares the FestivalsA Baal HaTurim insight on the festivals and the historical process of Bais Din declaring Rosh Chodesh and dispatching messengers for the six months of holidays.
- New-Born AnimalBaal HaTurim explains why an animal must be eight days old before slaughter, showing it is for God rather than the elements created during the first six days.
- The Letter KafBaal HaTurim explains how the tagin on the letter Kaf in the word Basukkos allude to the halachic height limit of twenty amos for a Sukkah's roof.
- The KohenExplore why the Kohen Gadol must maintain an elevated status and avoid ritual impurity, based on the Sforno's insights on leadership and Torah dissemination.
- My HolidaysSforno explains that holidays are only considered God's when focused on holiness rather than physical pleasure, citing the prophet Isaiah's warning.
- In All Your DwellingsAn analysis of why the commandments of gifts to the poor are placed within the laws of the festivals, featuring insights from the Sforno and Chazal.
- Status of the Mishkan in the DesertThe Seforno explains why Aharon, the Kohen Gadol, performed daily tasks in the Mishkan, suggesting the desert Sanctuary maintained a Yom Kippur status daily.
- Abarbanel on the ParshaAbarbanel explores the unique nature of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, explaining how Israel transcends the Zodiac's natural order through Divine protection.
- MESHECH CHOCHMAHInsights from the Meshech Chochmah on Parshat Emor, covering laws of Kohanim, the punishment for false witnesses, the universality of Shabbat, and Yom Kippur.
- The Haftorah for Parshat EmorExplore the laws of the Kohanim in the Third Holy Temple as prophesied by Ezekiel, including new rules for clothing, marriage, and spiritual leadership.
- Understanding the Parsha according to the RebbeA collection of Q&A insights on Parshas Emor based on the Lubavitcher Rebbe's teachings, covering chinuch, the month of Iyar, Shabbos, and agricultural mitzvos.
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