We pray for the speedy recovery of the wounded and Hashem's protection for the soldiers and citizens of Israel.
אנו מתפללים להחלמה מהירה של הפצועים ולשמירתם של ה' על חיילי ואזרחי ישראל.
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Parashat Vayigash
Presented By: Rav Mordechai Gershon Written by: Nir Shaul
Originally, the Israelites descended to Egypt temporarily and not to settle in the land.
Question
Why did the Israelites choose to settle more permanently in Egypt?
Answers
1. The Israelites initially received excellent conditions when they settled in Egypt and therefore extended their stay.
2. The land of Egypt held onto the Israelites and influenced their self-identity.
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Mishna Megilla 1:11
Presented By: Avrum Leeder Written by: Yehuda Gold
The mishna in Megilah says: sacrifices of less sanctity and the second tithe may be eaten where the Mishkan (Tabernacle) can be seen, while in Jerusalem, they may be eaten only within the (city) walls.
Question:
Would it not seem more reasonable to assume that the holier a place, the greater area its sanctity covers?
Answer
Like Yosef, the sanctity of Shiloh expands even to mundane places. Like Yehuda, the sanctity of Jerusalem remains within its defined area, and reaches higher levels.
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