©2024 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronParashat Bechukotai primarily explores the consequences of our actions: Every action
has repercussions, and deviating from ethical conduct leads to societal decline. As
stated, "But if you do not obey Me and do not observe all these commandments, and if
you despise My statutes…I also will do this to you: I will even appoint terror over you"…READ MORE
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©2024 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronParashat Behar, from the Book of Leviticus, primarily explores the laws of the Sabbatical year (Shemitah) and the Jubilee year (Yovel), with significant ethical, social justice, and personal conduct implications for modern life. Drawing on insights from ancient Talmudic sources, here are some refined conclusions and their relevance to today’s society…READ MORE
©2025 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronOne key takeaway from Parashat Emor is the importance of prioritizing both physical and spiritual well-being. It’s all about finding the right equilibrium.
The Talmudic sages elaborate on the benefits of dedicating one day a week to rest and spiritual reflection, highlighting its role in promoting holistic well-being….READ MORE
©2024 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronKedoshim is the commandment to love your neighbor as yourself (Leviticus 19:18). This
principle underscores the importance READ MORE
©2022 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronOne of the things this parasha teaches us is the necessity of keeping decrees and laws.
This implies a commitment to ethical living, where we actively seek to align our actions with moral principles. Pirke Avot 4:11expands on this idea, stating, “One who performs one mitzvah (commandment) acquires for himself….READ MORE
©2022 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronAccording to the Torah Miriam and Aaron speak against Moses because of his marriage to a Cushite woman, and as a result…READ MORE
©2022 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronThe Lord speaks to Moses saying “Speak to the Children of Israel regarding the rituals concerning childbirth of a boy. The mother shall be in the state of purification for seven days. Upon the eighth day the flesh of a male baby’s foreskin is to be circumcised. For thirty-three days the mother shall be in a state of…
©2025 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronThen Aaron’s sons Nadav and Avihu offer «strange fire» before G-d and are struck dead. The people and the priests see the glory of G-d and are silent. G-d speaks to Moses and Aaron, telling them that the people must learn to distinguish between the sacred and the profane…READ MORE.
©2025 The Studio in Venice by Michal MeronG-d continues to instruct Moses, calling him to gather Aaron and his sons so that they could be taught the rituals of sacrifice. At G-d’s command, Moses calls the people to the Tent of Meeting where he constructed the Tabern….READ MORE.