By Emmanuel Sorek
Dvar Torah Editor
In this week’s Parasha, Parashat Tzav we continue to go through the laws surrounding the Kohanim and the different offerings they bring. The 9th verse states:
“Aaron and his sons shall eat what is left of it(the meal offering), it shall be eaten unleavened in a holy place , in the courtyard of the tent of meeting shall they eat it.”
To clarify, the verse is stating an important law regarding the meal offering brought before G-d: that any remains from the offering (which was a mix of flour, oil and frankincense), should be eaten by Aaron and his sons. Not only that, but they should be eaten in the courtyard itself.
The reason for this verse’s importance is that one may think that the offering has already served its purpose once burned on the altar and that the remains could seemingly be disposed of. The Torah is teaching us that although something may have served its purpose, it must be treated in a dignified manner. Something as sacred as an offering, despite it already seemingly fulfilling its role, must be treated with care and Kedusha (sacredness).
This can serve as a lesson to all of us. As the winter months are coming to close and the flowers begin to bloom, we can take this opportunity to realize the amazing things we have in our lives. Whether that be family, friends, teachers or even special things we own. We should take a moment to appreciate, love and care for them and treat them with the utmost Kedusha.
Wishing you all Shabbat Shalom!
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