Ibn Ezra: Holy, Not Just Clean (Tzav)
The Torah Text In Parashat Tzav, the priests receive instructions for various sacrifices. Leviticus 6:18-20 begins to detail how the…
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Rashbam: Cloud Cover (Acharei Mot)
When the high priest enters the Holy Space on Yom Kippur, he enters into danger. How does burning incense provide cover from the threat of death?
Rashbam: Remember Shabbat (Yitro)
The fourth commandment tells us to remember Shabbat. Rashbam says remember applies to the past. Rashi says it points us to the future.
Shabbat and Generous Commitment
The Midrash: (A) “Those who profane it (Shabbat) shall be put to death” (Exodus 31:14). Why is this said? Because…
Shabbat is Given to You
The Torah tells us to keep Shabbat, with severe consequences for those who don’t. Among other sources, this midrash addresses…