vayiqra ויקרא
Looking into the structure of Leviticus and the sacrificial system. This week I try to give an overall description of the main sacrifices and offerings.
More details about the sacrifices. I took the time this week to talk about sin and mistakes, and what we can learn from the sacrificial system about being human.
Kosher food is very clear in the Tanakh, however in our modern world there are many new inventions which create new problems. As a former worker in the food industry as a chef and baker I know that many things are added to food. Here are some practical points how to keep kosher in out world of today.
Part two of kosher food- Kosher In The Home
Child birth is an amazing thing, so why does the Torah say a woman is unclean after childbirth? What are the prohibitions after child birth, and how long do they go on for?
Leprosy and social outcasting seem to be a main theme in the bible. This week we explore this topic and the topic of how does the purification with water work.
A look at the priestly service during the highest day in the biblical calendar, and how it compares to the later Jewish sources.
What makes us holy? Is it a distant idea of isolation and strange practices, or is it something practical and very down to earth. Join me in a discussion on holiness and what it really is in Torah.
The Kohanim are elevated from the rest of Israel, but are to follow similar rules as Israel. Join me as I go over the rules based on the Hebrew text.
This week we look into the Shabatot of the land and when they are. We also hear the call of redemption to all people and property on the Shabbat of the land.