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Our focus is on the verse in Deuteronomy (19:15) that states, "By word of two witnesses, or by word of three witnesses, shall a thing be established." Sounds simple enough. But wha...
Today, let's dive into a fascinating, and frankly, terrifying corner of Jewish law dealing with false witnesses. Specifically, we're looking at Sifrei Devarim 189, a passage from t...
Sifrei Devarim, a crucial part of Jewish legal and ethical thought, hits us with a powerful reminder about the weight of such moments. "Before the L-rd." It sounds simple. But the ...
Our tradition grapples with this, especially when it comes to justice. to a fascinating piece from Sifrei Devarim, a collection of legal teachings connected to the Book of Deuteron...
Deuteronomy, or Devarim in Hebrew, chapter 20 verse 8, gives us a glimpse into this often-overlooked role. It says, "Then the officers shall speak further to the people..." It soun...
Sometimes, a few simple words open up a whole world of interpretation. Take the phrase "and you shall cut" from Sifrei Devarim 205. Seems simple. But it's a springboard for a fasci...
Ever stumble upon a mystery so perplexing, so deeply rooted in ancient law, that it makes you scratch your head and wonder, "How did they even figure this out?" Well, pull up a cha...
There's one in particular, the ritual of the eglah arufah, the "broken-necked heifer," that always gets me. It deals with a murder where the perpetrator is unknown and how the elde...
Ever stumble upon a ritual in the Torah and think, "Wait, what exactly are they doing… and why?" Let's talk about the ritual of the eglah arufah, the "broken-necked heifer," found ...
