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Parshat Metzorah Shabbat HaGadol
Service Times
7 Nisan 5776 15 April 2016
Shabbat Kabbalat Shabbat
19:00
(Candle Lighting)
19:00
Shacharit
09:15
Leining
10:15
Mincha, Seudah & Rabbi’s Shabbat HaGadol Schmooze
19:20
Shabbat terminates
21:06
Weekday Shacharit Mincha & Ma’ariv
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Page No.s Artscroll Gutnick Hertz
Leining
Haftarah
620 718 689
1172 1433 702
Thought For The Week The Second Look
Sun
09:00
19:30
Mon
07:00
19:30
When the Torah describes the initial meet-
gave the man a sizeable amount of money
Tues
07:00
19:30
ing between a Kohen and a suspected
and sent him on his way. His students
Wed
07:00
19:30
Thur
07:00
19:30
metzorah (a person afflicted with tzara’at),
pressed him to explain his actions. After
Fri*
06:45
19:30**
it says that the Kohen must inspect the
all, he never answered the question!
* Fast of the Firstborn
suspected patch of skin. However, the
** For times of Yom Tov services over Pesach please refer to the timetable
Torah employs the word for looking on
Chayim Arukim
Torah repeat itself?
to Angela Cohen on the loss of her mother, to Hilary Black on the loss of Lionel, to Amanda Falk on the loss of her father, and to Sandra Stewart on the loss of her father, and to all those who have Yahrzeit this week as follows
Sun 17 April
9 Nisan
Mon
18 April 10 Nisan
Tues
Norma Freeman
Mother
Ronnie Abrahams Father Steve Talbot Mother Mark Hilton Father
19 April 11 Nisan
David Zucker
Father
Wed
Deana Berger Jonathan Feingold Stephen Lentin
Husband Father Daughter
Linda Science Mavis Marsh
Mother Father
Bernard Cohen Denise Simon
Father Father
20 April
12 Nisan Fri
22 April 14 Nisan
שבת
23 April 15 Nisan
two separate occasions. Why does the
He explained that anybody asking if they can use milk must not have enough money for wine, so he gave him money for wine. Further, anyone asking if they can
One answer is to teach us that when we
have milk, must not have enough money
are observing any situation, we must take
to afford meat, so he gave enough money
a ‘second look’. It is not enough to form
to buy meat too.
opinions based on initial impressions. We are encouraged to pause and reflect on our initial reactions, and to ensure that we have not misjudged. This can have far-reaching ramifications for our interpersonal relationships.
He could only react like this because he took a ‘second look’; analysing the true implications of the man’s question. Imagine how miserable the man’s Pesach would have been if he had taken the question at face value!
The story is told of a man who came to
Rabbi Nick Kett
Rabbi Akiva Eiger to ask if he may use milk to fulfill the mitzvah of the four cups of wine at his Pesach seder. Instead of answering the question, Rabbi Akiva Eiger
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First Aliyah - 12 verses After the priest determines that the tzara’at has been healed, a unique purification ceremony is described. The individual also shaves his entire body. After a seven day wait, the person shaves again, and brings three animals and an oil offering to the Temple. Second Aliyah - 8 verses The priest processes the offerings in the manner prescribed in this section. The purification process is completed. Third Aliyah - 12 verses If the individual suffering from tzara’at cannot afford the above sacrifices, two birds can be substituted for two of the animals. Fourth Aliyah - 21 verses Homes, too, can be afflicted with tzara’at. If bricks on a home become discolored, a priest is summoned. The priest quarantines the home for up to three weeks. If till impure, the specific bricks are removed from the house, or, in the most extreme situations, the house is demolished. The Torah then describes the purification process for such a home. Fifth Aliyah - 19 verses The Torah discusses the ritual impurity of a man who issues a sickly and unnatural seminal discharge, as well as the method by which this person attains purity when the condition passes. Sixth Aliyah - 13 verses This section discusses the ritual impurity contracted by a man who issues a (normal) seminal discharge, the ritual impurity of a menstruating woman, and of a man who cohabits with her. All such people must immerse in a mikvah (ritual pool) in order to be purified. Seventh Aliyah - 5 verses Under certain circumstances a menstruating woman was required to bring to the Temple two bird offerings in order to attain purity.
Two of the 13 in shortest verses d un fo the Torah are ha rs in this week’s pa (3 words each).
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Delve into the deeper side of Judaism This week we examine the problem of speaking lashon hara
Sticks And Stones A person is confronted daily with countless occasions for speaking lashon hara. The tongue is the organ which, of all the limbs and organs, moves with the least difficulty and greatest speed. Consequently, lashon hara is one of the sins committed most frequently. Also, since the effects of a spoken word are not tangible, as are those of a sin performed in deed, and therefore we tend to treat this offense more lightly than other Torah prohibitions. The tzara’at punishment is no longer in effect, and its threat does not deter us from speaking evil as it did in the time of the Temple. How then can we fortify ourselves against the temptation to speak lashon hara? The Midrash offers several thoughts which serve as valuable pieces of advice. Our Sages teach that every word which leaves a person’s mouth is recorded in Heaven. One day, all his words will be played back to him. A person should realise that a word once spoken does not evaporate without leaving a trace, and therefore need
to be taken seriously. A person should consider the special position which G-d assigned to the tongue. It is ‘barricaded’ by two ‘barriers’; an inner wall of teeth and an outer barrier of the lips. These are to help restrain us from speaking evil. Further, our Sages teach that the human finger is purposely designed to fit into the hole of one’s ear in
A sword can only kill nearby, whereas lashon hara can destroy a reputation instantly order to train us to refuse to listen to inappropriate speech, and our ear lobes are formed softer than the rest of the ear, so that it can be folded upwards to cover the ear drum, and shut out all lashon hara. In order to brace oneself against slanderous speech, a person must acquaint himself with the major tragedies which such speech caused throughout the generations.
For example, the troubles and punishments caused by the snake in the Garden of Eden, or by Joseph speaking about his brothers, or the bad report of the Ten Spies, and especially the baseless hatred which caused the destruction of the Second Temple, and which perpetuates our exile to this day. The tongue is a potent weapon. A sword can only kill one nearby, whereas lashon hara, can destroy a reputation across the world, even instantly. To be saved from lashon hara, one should pray daily to Hashem for assistance. The Rabbis considered this so advantageous that they incorporated this request into our daily private Amidah prayer. Finally, one can develop the habit to use their speech and listening for good purposes; the study of Torah and cultivating a humble character.
Based on ‘The Midrash Says’ by Rabbi M. Weiss
If you would like to share your words of wisdom, please submit your article of no more than 500 words to nick@hale-community.org.uk
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Hale Shule welcomes UJIA Magic Moments 2016
Parsha Stats Metzorah is the 28th of 54 sedras 5th of 10 in Vayikra Written on 159 lines in a Torah 90 verses - ranks 42nd (5th in Vayikra) 1274 words - ranks 39th (4th in Vayikra)
The Hale Community is delighted to welcome a UJIA Magic Moments delegation of Israeli teenagers from the Galil, UJIA’s partnership in northern Israel, to mark Yom Hazikaron 5776. On Shabbat 7th May, six Israeli teenagers will speak at our community Seudah Shlishit, together with the Bowdon community. For more information please contact Rabbi Nick T: 0161 980 8071
Bringing The Seder To Life How We Engage The Next Generation We are privileged to be hosting one of the most dynamic Jewish speakers in the UK on Sunday, Rabbi Daniel Rowe. He holds a BA in psychology from University College London and an MPhil in Philosophy from Birkbeck College. He
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was a tank driver in the 401st Armoured Brigade of the Israeli Army and studied in Israel for almost a decade in various Talmudic institutions. In recent years Rabbi Daniel has overseen cutting edge educational initiatives that have played a crucial role in enhancing Jewish identity and commitment amongst teens and students across the country; he co-ordinated the Chief Rabbi’s Shabbat UK project and is now Executive director of Aish UK. Please see the back page for details.
Read through the Parsha in English and find answers to the questions. LOLLIPOPS WILL BE AWARDED TO ANYONE WHO READS THROUGH IT, AND TELLS RABBI NICK THE CORRECT ANSWERS!
Which items were taken for the first stage of the metzora’s purification? Which parts of the body did the Kohen put blood from the guilt offering? What colour is the tzara’at affliction on a house? How would a zav purify his wooden vessels? What type of birds could a zav bring for his purification?
4697 letters - ranks 39th (4th in Vayikra)
Did You Know There are 11 mitzvot in this week’s parsha, and they are all positive mitzvot. Only 6 parshiyot contain only positive mitzvot, and this week’s parsha has the most. The numerical value of ‘nega tzara’at’ (883) is the same as ‘lo teileich rachil b’amecha’ (“do not be a talebearer”) to emphasise the link between lashon hara and the appearance of a tzara’at affliction. The cure for this is ‘midot tovot’ (good traits - 883), and then we will merit the Complete Redemption (‘tizku l’geula shleima = 883!) The fact that a house could be afflicted with tzara’at indicates the spiritual nature of the ‘disease’, as well as the importance one must take in ensuring their behaviour at home does not warrant an affliction.
Just For Fun Question:
How many times does it say the word ‘haKohen’ in this week’s parsha?
Why do we use a haggadah at Pesach? Answer: So we can Seder right words!
Answers: 1. 2 live, clean birds, cedar wood, crimson thread, and hyssop. 2. Right ear, thumb of right hand, and the big toe of his right foot. 3. Red or green. 4. Rinse in water. 5. Turtledoves or young doves. BONUS: 45.
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KING AHEAD PRE-PESACH
In The Spotlight
Pesach Service Times - 5776 PESACH SERVICES All services will take place in Shule Shabbat Hagadol (16 April) Mincha & Rabbi's Shabbat Hagadol ‘Schmooze’
7.20pm
Erev Pesach (Friday 22 April) Fast of the First Born, 1st Night Yom Tov & Kabbalat Shabbat Shacharit & Siyum 6.45am Mincha, Ma'ariv, Kabbalat Shabbat & Yom Tov 7.30pm 1st Day Yom Tov (Shabbat 23 April) Shacharit Mincha & Ma'ariv
9.15am 7.30pm
2nd Day Yom Tov (Sunday 24 April) Shacharit Mincha, Ma'ariv Yom Tov terminates
9.30am 8.10pm 9.23pm
Monday,Tuesday & Wednesday Chol Hamoed (25/26/27April) Shacharit 8.00am Mincha, Ma’ariv 7.30pm Thursday Chol Hamoed & Erev Yom Tov (28 April) Shacharit Mincha , Ma’ariv & Kabbalat Yom Tov
8.00am 7.30pm
7th Day Yom Tov (Friday 29 April) Shacharit Mincha , Ma'ariv & Kabbalat Shabbat
9.30am 7.30pm
8th Day Yom Tov (Shabbat 30 April) [Yizkor] Shacharit Mincha & Ma'ariv Yom Tov terminates
9.15am 8.25pm 9.36pm
Wishing you a Happy and Kosher Pesach.
BEYOND HALE
Natalie and Jason Zemmel This week’s kiddush is very kindly sponsored by Natalie and Jason in celebration of their 20th wedding anniversary, as well as in recognition of having lived in Hale for 20 years, having settled here since their marriage in London. They celebrate with their four children; Ben, who has just returned from his first term studying in Israel, Charlotte, Olivia and Yoni. The Zemmels have contributed in a number of ways during their time together here. Jason is currently our Senior Warden, always aiming to ensure that the services run smoothly, and celebrations and yahrzeits are appropriately marked. Their children are actively involved in the youth programmes and provisions, and Charlotte helps run the Shabbat morning children’s programme, and is Rosh of our local branch of B’nei Akiva. We wish them mazaltov, and we thank them for their hospitality.
Kiddushim 16 April Natalie & Jason Zemmel 23 April Unsponsored
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30 April Unsponsored