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Mishnah on the Parasha
Mishnah on the Parsha connects a mishnah to an idea in each week's parsha. It is the audio version of Mishnas Chayim, brought to you by Chevrah Lomdei Mishnah, a network of Torah scholars dedicated to bringing the merits of Mishnah study to the greater Jewish public. Encompassing Mishnah, Gemara, and variety of other services, Chevrah Lomdei Mishnah primarily assists mourners interested in acquiring the merit of Torah study for their loved ones. To learn more visit www.societyformishnahstudy.org or email |
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Mishnas Chayim - Kedoshim: A Word About Truthfulness
What’s a word worth these days? All too often, people say things like, “Sure, I’ll take care of it,” or, “I’ll call you later,” without the slightest intention of actually doing so. The classic credo of “A word is a word!” seems somehow to have lost its prestige. In the eyes of the Torah, however, words are not to be taken lightly, as evidenced by the teachings of Chazal. Read the text version
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Mishnas Chayim - Acharei: Out of This World
We hear about it all the time. It gets honorable mention as part of the kiddush, every Shabbos and Yom Tov. There are numerous mitzvos which commemorate it. Once a year, we’re supposed to spend a large part of the night just talking about it. Read the text version
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Mishnas Chayim - Metzora: A Talent for Speaking
People are so used to talking that we take this ability for granted. In truth, the power of speech is anything but ordinary; as we shall soon see, it is nothing short of magical. As this parshah continues last week’s discussion of tzara’as—the affliction which, according to Chazal, is occasioned by lashon hara—it is worthwhile to ponder this faculty for a few moments.Read the text version
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Mishnas Chayim - Tazria: Secure Your Fortune
Last week, we reflected on the immense volume of reward opportunities that Hashem, in His infinite goodness, provides for us. Through little or even no effort, a Yid can accrue phenomenal amounts of s'char. Read the text version
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Mishnas Chayim - Shemini: Nation of Tycoons
Many of us feel so harried by our day-to-day lives that we never have time to think. The truth of the matter is that this perpetual state of busy-ness is a crying shame. Read the text version
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Mishnas Chayim - Tzav: The Party of a Lifetime
Officially, Purim may have ended, but the festive air of the Yom Tov has by no means dissipated. As the effects (hangover or otherwise) of the holiday continue to be felt, it is appropriate to contemplate the various aspects of the Purim experience. Read the text version
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Mishnas Chayim - Vayikra: Remembering Torah by Remembering Amalek
There is a well known story about two friends—let’s call them Moishe and Yankel—who meet up for the first time in years. Not having seen each other for a while, they have lots to catch up on. After a time, Moishe interrupts their chat... Read the text version
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