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Parshat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim
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In terms of ratio of verses to mitzvot men-
connection to G-d. Even things that we do
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tioned, parashat Kedoshim, the second of
intuitively will be rewarded.
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Chayim Arukim
to Vivianne Greibach on the loss of her mother, and to all those who have Yahrzeit this week as follows
this week’s sidrot, is the densest sidrah in the entire Torah.
Imagine an employee who was handed a long list of tasks and responsibilities, which
The opening lines of Kedoshim tell us to
would ensure the success of the firm and
“be holy”. Holiness in Judaism does not
guarantee his promotion. The employee
mean to withdraw and refrain from worldly
may be forgiven for deciding not to take
pleasures. We are entitled to enjoy the
advantage of the opportunity. However, we
finer things in life. In fact, the Ramban
would have little sympathy if that person
writes that we achieve holiness by enjoying
decided to do the precise opposite of the
worldly pleasures in moderation. In Judaism,
things written on the list, putting the com-
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Holiness means to set ourselves apart for
pany at significant risk of failure and insol-
a special relationship with God. This mani-
vency. Surely, the employee would be fired
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Father
fests itself in three key areas; the holiness
for such behaviour. Our Divine ‘CEO’ has
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of time (Shabbat is holier than other days),
recommended a lifestyle, which, if adhered
the holiness of space (the Land of Israel is
to, will strengthen our relationship with
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holier than other countries), and the holi-
Him and ensure our spiritual growth and
ness of people (the Jewish nation).
success. The rest is up to us.
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Rabbi Nick Kett
Some people feel stifled by the way Jewish law covers every aspect of everyday life.
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However, the Talmudic sage Rabbi Chanania
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for this is to provide Jews with opportuni-
ben Akashia teaches us that the reason ties to earn merit, and to strengthen our
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Parsha
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First Aliyah - 24 verses The Kohen Gadol could only enter the Holy of Holies once a year, on Yom Kippur, and was accompanied by a special service. This section also describes the “scapegoat” ceremony procedure. Second Aliyah - 17 verses The order of the Yom Kippur service is concluded. It is forbidden to offer sacrifices anywhere other than the Mishkan or Temple. Third Aliyah - 30 verses Consuming blood is forbidden. The Jews are told not to follow the depraved ways of the Egyptians and Canaanites. The Torah provides a list of prohibited sexual relationships. This list includes adultery, cohabiting with a menstruating woman, and close relatives. Fourth Aliyah - 28 verses The prohibitions against homosexuality and bestiality are mentioned. Engaging in these forbidden relationships will result in expulsion from the Land of Israel. G‑d commands the Jewish people to be holy. This section mentions several laws. Fifth Aliyah - 18 verses More mitzvot, including the mitzvah to love every Jew. The laws of shatnez and orlah are detailed. Witchcraft, prostitution, and tattoos are prohibited. We are commanded to observe the Shabbat, respect G‑d’s sanctuary, Torah scholars and the elderly. Sixth Aliyah - 12 verses We are commanded to love converts. We are also instructed to be truthful in business. Capital punishment for one who worships a form of idolatry which required human sacrifices. Neglecting to punish these worshippers also results in punishment. Seventh Aliyah - 20 verses Punishments for individuals who curse their parents and those who engage in prohibited sexual relations. We are told not to follow the customs and traditions of non-Jews, and to be meticulous about eating only kosher foods.
The Kohen Gadol washed his hands and feet ten times during the Yom Kippur service, and immersed in a mikvah five times.
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Delve into the deeper side of Judaism This week we take a look at what Yom Kippur looked like during Temple times
A Grand Ceremony Rabbi Shlomo ibn Verga (1460-1554), a Spanish historian and physician , and author of the book ‘Shevet Yehudah’, cites the description of a Roman consul who stayed in Jerusalem during Yom Kippur in the days of the second Temple. “Seven days before that special and most awesome of days called Yom Kippur, the Kohen Gadol began the preparations for his Service. When he left his house to go to his special chamber in the Temple, a proclamation was issued to the people. As soon as they heard that the Kohen Gadol was on his way to the Temple ,they all streamted to accompany him. They formed a procession, marching in the following order; the family of the kings who reigned over the Ten Tribes. They were followed by the descendants of the royal dynasty of David. They were preceded by a herald who proclaimed, “Accord honour to David’s house!” After them marched the
Levi’im. I counted 36,000 Levi’im, all dressed in light blue silken garments, followed by 24,000 Kohanim in white silken garments. They marched in divisions, grouped according to their tasks in the Temple; the choir men, then the musicians, then the trumpet blowers, the watchmen of the Temple doors, those in charge of preparing the incense, those who fabricated the curtain, the treasurers, and finally the guilds which performed
Seven days before Yom Kippur, the Kohen Gadol began the preparations for his service. the work related to the Temple. They were succeeded by the seventy members of the Sanhedrin walking in front of the Kohen Gadol. Directly before the Kohen Gadol marched 100 Kohanim bearing silver banners to clear the way for him. Behind the Kohen Gadol marched the oldest and most respected of the Kohanim two by two.
At the street corners, the procession was met by the heads of the Yeshivot, who upon sighting the Kohen Gadol, exclaimed, ‘Esteemed Kohen Gadol, may your coming be in peace! Entreat our Creator that He keep us alive so that we may study His holy Torah!’ When the procession arrived at the Temple Mount, prayers were recited for the continued existence of the Davidic dynasty, the Kohanim, and the Temple. The shout of the crowd’s responding to the blessing was so mighty that it could split one’s eardrum. The Kohen Gadol, weeping in fear and trepidation of the responsibility he bore, departed from the people’. The scene described above transpired when the Kohen Gadol entered the Temple, but upon his leaving in peace after Yom Kippur, the honour accorded to him was double. Based on ‘The Midrash Says’ by Rabbi M. Weiss
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Parsha Stats Acharei Mot and Kedoshim are the 29th and 30th of 54 sedras 6th and 7th of 10 in Vayikra Written on 263 lines in a Torah 144 verses 2038 words 7523 letters
Did You Know We are looking to create a rota of 6-12 parents or grandparents to volunteer to lead the children programmes on Shabbat mornings. Parents would lead a programme once every six weeks, and we will assist with resources and ideas. The children are in Years 1-6, and depending on the response, we can have either one or two groups. The programmes run from 11.00-11.45.
Tip #27 A Helping Hand - Part 2
If you are able to assist, please email nick@hale-community.org.uk Thank you.
TEFILLAH TIPS
Last week, we began talking about washing hands in the morning, and how it provides the ability to ‘dedicate’ our hands to Divine service that day.
tions: giving charity, holding a lulav and etrog, building a sukkah, wearing tefillin, comforting a loved one. They are even the conduit of the Kohen’s blessing.
Physically, hands can be the highest or the lowers part of the human body. They can reach up above our heads, or down below our feet. This is a metaphor for the role they play spiritually. We use them for our most coarse actions, but they are also the instrument of our loftiest ac-
The Hebrew word for washing is “rochetz”, but we say “netilat”, which literally means ‘lifting’. This teaches that, through washing, our hands are ‘lifted’ to a higher level and are consecrated for the fulfillment of G-d’s mitzvot. We wash them out of respect for our Maker.
There are 79 mitzvot in these two parshiyot. 15 are positive mitzvot, and 64 are prohibitions. Acharei-Mot and Kedoshim are combined in all 12-month years, and read separately in all 13-month years. When the Kohen Gadol went into the Holy of Holies, he had a rope tied around him, so that if he died, they would be able to pull him out, as it was forbidden for them to enter the chamber. One must listen to what their parents ask them to do, unless it violates another mitzvah. For example, if a parent asks you to break Shabbat, and you refuse, you have not violated the mitzvah of honouring and revering your parents.
Just For Fun Question: What is the most popular dance on Yom Ha’atzmaut? Answer: The Indepen-dance!
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In The Spotlight UJIA Magic Moments
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Last week, a delegation of seven Israeli teenagers, and their leader, visited Manchester to take part in the UJIA’s ‘Magic Moments’ programme. As ambassadors for Israel, they led various programmes in some of the Jewish schools, and presented a moving Yom HaZikaron ceremony, which commemorates the soldiers and civilians who lost their lives during the many wars and conflicts during the State of Israel’s brief history. Hale was privileged to welcome the group of girls to our Shule last week, as they were staying with families in Hale and Bowdon. They led the morning children’s programmes at both Hale and Bowdon Shul, and spoke at the communal Seudah Shlishit in Hale. For many of them, it was their first Shabbat experience, and they were so moved by the hospitality that their host families and the community showed them. We thank the host families, and all those involved in the organising, and look forward to hosting a group again in the future.
Mazaltov to If you would like to sponsor an edition of ‘Something For Everyone’, in honour of a simcha or for a yahrzeit, or for any reason, please contact the Shule office on 0161 980 8846 or admin@hale-community.org.uk
Carole & Basil Latter on the birth of a great grandson.