B'chukotai
בְּחֻקֹּתי
My Laws
Leviticus 26:3-27:34
When Is B'chukotai Read?
/ 24 Iyar 5784
/ 22 Iyar 5787
Summary
- God promises blessings to the Children of Israel if they follow the law and warns about the curses that will befall the people if they do not observe God's commandments. (26:1-46)
- Gifts made to the Sanctuary whether by conditional vows or by unconditional acts of pious gratitude are discussed. (27:1-34)
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Making Room for the New
By: Rabbi Esther L. Lederman
Early in this week's parashah, we encounter the following phrase: V'yashan mipnei chadash totziu - You shall have to clear out the old to make room for the new.
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