I am continuously struck by the importance of continuity in Judaism. With every Kiddush recited over a Passover cup of wine, and every Shema recited at bedtime, we declare our dedication to the Jewish ...

Speak unto Aaron, and to his sons, and unto all the children of Israel, and say unto them: Whosoever he be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers in Israel, that bringeth his offering, whether it ...

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What is the connection between the Coronation and Parshat Emor which we’ll be reading this shabbat? In Parshat Emor we’re given the mitzvah of kiddush Hashem (Vayikra 22:32): “Venikdashti betoch bnei ...

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The Torah portion of Emor discusses the roles and rules regarding the Kohen, the newly formed priestly caste of Israel. It also highlights some of the guidelines relating to the High Priest, the Kohen ...

'This world is not mine. It existed before me and will continue after me...I have entered, as a guest, into a perfect system run by God.' Parashat ‘Emor’ contains 63 commandments, presented in a ...

In this week's Torah portion, we encounter a commandment stating that individuals with physical disabilities or imperfections are disqualified from serving as kohanim (priests) in the Mikdash (Temple) ...

The more an individual invests in being worthy of his/her role, the better he/she performs his/her role. This week’s Torah portion, Emor, opens with the laws pertaining to the service Kohanim – the ...

This week’s Torah portion presents many rules pertaining to the kohen (Jewish priest). Among these laws is the prohibition against any contact with the dead. Except for his closest family members, the ...