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The Power to Soar Above Human Nature \ Parashat Metzorah
D'var Torah: The Torah reveals the purification process for tza'arat, a spiritual disorder caused by slanderous speech. The person affected with tza'arat is required to bring two birds to the Temple. The incessant chirping of the bird reminds us to not give ourselves over to harmful chatter. The Kohen (Priest) performs a ceremony with one bird which renders atonement for the person who spoke negatively about his friend. This process motivates the person to eliminate improper speech and to correct his character. The second bird is set free to fly off to "an open field." The flight of the bird symbolizes that man can soar out of the pitfalls of human nature and ascend to a life of purity and goodness. Moral: Regardless of our actions, HaShem always gives us the opportunity to renew, rejuvenate, and uplift ourselves. Application: Envision the bird being released by the Kohen. See him soar to the heights and land in an open field, teeming with life. Imagine that you are that bird. See yourself soar above human nature and ascend to holiness and purity. Experience the joy of forgiveness, the attainment of goodness, and personal redemption.
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L"N R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph. R' Maair Ben R' Yakutiel Javayeer z"tl
Refuah Shleimah
Yochanon Baruch ben Fruma Ettta
Riva bas Henya
Zivia bas Raizel
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Chaya Leah bas Sara Chaya Shaina Chana Bas Itcha
Netanel Ilan ben Shayna Tzipora
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