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Altar

Tzav 5774-2014

by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald

“The Perpetual Fire”

There is only one place for the fire of Torah. It is to be found in the perpetual flame that burned continuously on the Earthen Altar. It is from there that one must kindle all the other fires in the Sanctuary.

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Vayikra 5772-2012

by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald

“Pass the Salt, Please!”

In parashat Vayikra we learn of the obligation of placing salt on all sacrificial offerings, including all animal, wheat and wine offerings. What is the purpose and function of this ritual?

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Vayikra 5771-2011

by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald

"No Leaven or Honey on the Altar"

Once the Torah prescribes the procedures for the various fine flour offerings, Scripture warns that none of the offerings may be brought on the altar together with leaven or with honey. What is the reason for this odd prohibition?

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