Meshech Chochma on the Parsha

An in-depth exploration of what causes Tzaraas, the purification process, and the timeless lessons of this esoteric topic.

A discussion of the laws of kosher and non-kosher animals. When is a siman taharah really a siman tumah? Why are there more kosher birds than kosher mammals? And what does it mean that Hashem took us “up” from Mitzrayim?

Listen to this episode to gain new insights into the laws of kashrus.

New insights into ונשלמה פרים שפתינו including how each of the korbanos are connected to a different Chumash of the Torah.

The Kli Yakar presents a timeless and crucial message from the Korban Asham, as well as a fascinating explanation for the concept of paying a chomesh.

A discussion of the Korban chattas, with an important message from the Kli Yakar about how society impacts our behavior.

The Torah tells us that it is forbidden to bring se’or (chametz) and honey (i.e. fruit) to the Mikdash. But there are 2 exceptions - the Korban Shtei HaLechem is chametz, and the Bikkurim include fruit.

What’s the problem with bringing se’or and honey? And if they are so bad, why are there times where they are accepted?

Listen to this episode to hear the Kli Yakar’s profound explanation, which is relevant not just to korbanos but also contains a relevant message for all of us.

We often group the mishkan and Keilim together with the Bigdei Kahuna into one group. But they really couldn’t be more different. Listen to this episode to hear the Kli Yakar’s amazing explanation.

The Parsha opens with the Mitzvah of Shabbos, but why is this necessary? Haven't we learned about Shabbos before? And what exactly is the Mitzvah to "work" for 6 days?

Listen to this episode to hear the Kli Yakar's subtle but novel approach to understanding the Mitzvah of Shabbos in this context.

Moshe asks Hashem to "see" His glory. Hashem, we are told, shows Moshe His "back". What does this mean and what are we meant to learn from it?

Listen to this episode to hear the Kli Yakar's meaningful and relevant explanation.

A discussion of the uniqueness of the Luchos and why Moshe Rabbeinu broke them.