Blood

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1. Blood and the Murdering of Animals

   Prof. Jonathan Grossman

   What is the Torah's attitude toward eating meat? This article discusses the matter while examining the prohibition to eat meant outside the Mishkan, and the commandment to cover the blood of animals and poultry.

2. The Sanctity of the Nation of Israel in Sefer Devarim

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   Why are obligatory sacrifices not mentioned in Devarim? Apparently there is an essential distinction between atonement in Vayikra and atonement in Devarim. In Vayikra the essence of sanctity stems from the Mishkan, and the nation's atonement is achieved through the work of the Kohanim. In Devarim, the essence of Kedusha is embodied by the nation; the sins of Am Yisrael are forgiven through prayer and teshuva.

3. Atonement in Sefer Vayikra and in Sefer Devarim

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   Bnei Yisrael are told, for the first time, that God will choose a place for the dwelling of the Divine Presence, where they can bring their gifts to God. The list of gifts is repeated over and over, which raises the question: why does the Torah mention the voluntary sacrifices (Olah and Shelamim; Tithes; vows; etc.) but omit the obligatory sacrifices? Devarim seems in general to ignore obligatory sacrifices. The reason might offer perspective on the distinction between Vayikra and Devarim.

4. Erev Shabbat Bo - Pharaoh's Thoughts on Freeing Bnei Yisrael

   Rabbi Moshe Morris | 15 minutes

   When Pharaoh contemplates releasing Bnei Yisrael, he asks who will go. When Moshe responds that all will go to serve God for their festival, Pharaoh responds that the end result will be evil. Is this some hint of understanding  Bnei Yisrael's unique relationship with God? We consider what Pharoah was really saying about the nature of reality, and we consider different aspects of God's name. We look for a precedent for Bnei Yisrael's success by looking at blood in the Torah.
   
   
   
    

5. Parshat Vaera Part 4: The Plague of Blood

   Dr. Yael Ziegler | 35 minutes

   This podcast introduces the plague narrative, and discusses the nature of the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart and its results. It then describes the first plague, blood, and its symbolism and significance. 

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