What does Pesach teach us about freedom, growth, and responsibility? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Rabbi Dr. Irving (Yitz) Greenberg for a special conversation on Parshat Tzav, the sacrificial system, and the deeper messages of Pesach. They…
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Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash joins us this week for an investigation of the eternal flame that burned upon the altar. Contemplating the balance between the passion of the burning fire and the steadfastness of its daily lighting, Zvi and Nechama…
Tanakh, Torah, Vayikra (Leviticus), Tzav
Parashat Tzav 5782: Pushing Ourselves By-the-By Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about…
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What does Freedom look like? When does a transforming process of freedom involve the pursuit of more control in our lives and the tightening of the reins of our grasp on our existence? And when does the pursuit of real…
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In this week’s Parsha (we find Aharon and his sons unable to leave the house for 7 days and nights! (Actually, it is not their own private dwelling; it is the Tent of Meeting!) Most of the world right now…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Tanakh, Torah, Vayikra (Leviticus), Tzav
Sometimes it can seem that the book of Leviticus is speaking to a world which is no more. In this podcast, Rabbi Mike Feuer explores how the ‘torot,’ the practical instructions on sacrifice which lie at the heart of Tzav,…
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This week’s parsha carries on the theme of korbanot (offerings) from last week and teaches us what exactly Aharon and his priestly offspring are commanded to do with those offerings (the name of the parsha, Tzav, means “command!”). There are…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Tanakh, Torah, Vayikra (Leviticus), Tzav
Spiritual insights into the meaning of the verse: “Fire shall be kept burning upon the altar continually; it shall not be extinguished.” (Leviticus 6:6) Keeping the flame burning–a Divine invitation to be in partnership, in relationship, in connection with God.…
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The Pardes Parsha Discussion is a new weekly series by faculty member Rabbi Alex Israel, designed to stimulate discussion around the Shabbat table, especially with teenagers. Click here to download and print this week’s Parsha Discussion on Tzav: Fire of…
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In this week’a parsha podcast, Rabbi Dr. Howard Markose looks at why the shabbat before Peseach is named Shabbat Hagadol. He explores the pros and cons of a number of the reasons put forward. Please let us know your comments…
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Parashat Tzav mandates that a perpetual fire burn upon the altar’s summit. While the Torah itself does not elaborate, Rabbinic literature both broadens as well as deepens the discussion. Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast,…
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Rabbi Daniel Roth discusses the Haftorah for Tzav and Shabbat HaGadol. Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write us at: podcast@pardesusa.org For more information about Pardes, visit our website, www.pardes.org Credits Larry Kluger – Creative…
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