An in-depth look at the laws of the Red Heifer. One apparent paradox was that the impure individual – upon whom the ashes were sprinkled -- would become purified, whereas the Kohen preparing it would become ritually impure.
In this weeks Torah portion the Jewish people complain about Moses and G-d. G-d in turn sends a poisonous snake. The Jews, realizing their sin, come to Moses to pray on their behalf. G-d orders Moses to construct a copper snake in the center of the camp, at which all who gaze upon it would be healed.
These classes teach the day’s section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.