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Episode 178·Jun 25, 2025
The Hot Mic and Rabbi Judah’s Maxim
The prohibition against speaking ill of your fellow applies to everyone. So why does the Bible specifically mention deaf people?
10-Minute Mitzvah·Episode 177·Jun 24, 2025
The Angel’s Share and the Priestly Share
While kohanim and Levites are granted shares of Israelite farmers’ crops, only kohanim are given shares of Israelite shepherds’ wool as well. Why?
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All Wines Are Fine Wines
Jewish history teaches that all wines, whether made from the finest grapes or the driest of raisins, can be used to commemorate our covenantal celebrations.
