This week we take a look at the kiyor (washbasin) made from copper mirrors. How did these mirrors work and what were they used for? Check it out!
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Vayakhel Pekudei – The Mirrored Washbasin – Episode 22

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This week we examine the southern border of Eretz Yisrael. Is Eilat part of halachic Eretz Yisrael? What about the Sinai Peninsula? Do the refuge cities (arei miklat) play a role in the discussion? Find out now!
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Matos Masei – South of the Border : Eilat – Episode 36

This week we take a look at Semicha (ordination). How it began, what it was needed for, and when did it end. An exciting journey through history! Listen now!
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Click here for an article in Hebrew with the letters from the Geonim.
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Pinchas – Ending Ordination – Episode 35

This week we take a look at who was Bilaam, where did he come from, and how does he do his stuff. Is he a prophet or a scumbag? Listen to find out!
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Click here for the full text of the inscription at Deir Alla.
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Balak – Bilaam’s Dark Past – Epsiode 34

This week we take a look at the halachic debate about Kohanim visiting graves of various righteous people, including Kever Rachel, Mearas Hamachpela, and MIron. Listen for more info!
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Chukas – Righteous Impurity – Episode 33

This week we examine the itinerary the spies took on their journey of Eretz Yisrael. From where did they go, where did they stop, and where exactly were the group of those who rebelled going? Check it out!
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Vayakhel Pekudei – The Mirrored Washbasin – Episode 22

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