Tag: Vaera
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Gematria 113: On Sacrifice
Today, January 23, 2021, we read the Bible portion named “Bo” (“Go”). The portion covers the immediate period of time before the Jewish people departed from slavery in Egypt—negotiation with Pharoah as well as preparation. Rabbi Akiva Belk notes the Gematria 113 in this portion as we encounter a word that looks like this in Hebrew: ויחזק…
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To Neutralize The Pagan Energy
Before the Jewish people can leave Egypt, God commands each and every one of them (Exodus 12:3) to obtain a sheep “without blemish” (Verse 5). The people are specifically told that they shall “keep watch over it” (Verse 6) for days, until they finally slaughter the lamb, eat it, and smear the blood on their doorposts (Verses…
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