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Naso II
II נָשֹׂא
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Numbers 6:1-7:89
When Is Naso II Read?
/ 14 Sivan 5786
/ 14 Sivan 5787
Summary
- The obligations of a nazirite vow are explained. They include abstaining from alcohol and not cutting one's hair. (6:1-21)
- God tells Moses how to teach Aaron and his sons the Priestly Blessing. (6:22-27)
- Moses consecrates the Sanctuary, and the tribal chieftains bring offerings. Moses then speaks with God inside the Tent of Meeting. (7:1-89)
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Ten Minutes of Torah: Naso II Commentary
The Power, and the Permission, to Bless
By: Rabbi Leah R. Berkowitz
In this week’s Torah portion, Naso, God provides Moses with instructions on how Aaron and his sons—the kohanim (priests)—should bless the Israelites.
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