Episode Details

In this episode of The Daily Derech, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein explores Parashat Ki Tisa, Hilchot Chametz uMatzah, and preparation for Pesach.

From Me’am Loez, he teaches the principle of ein mukdam umuchar baTorah, explaining that the Mishkan was commanded after the sin of the Golden Calf, reframing failure as misdirected spiritual energy that can be redirected toward serving God.

In Rambam’s Hilchot Chametz uMatzah, he outlines the severity of eating a kezayit of chametz on Pesach, the concept of karet, and the prohibitions against eating, benefiting from, or owning chametz.

From Menorat HaMaor, he highlights the rabbinic practice of reviewing the laws of Pesach thirty days in advance, emphasizing preparation before entering sacred time.

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