On this week’s parsha, we read about the responsibilities of the Kohanim and the rhythm of the Jewish calendar, from Shabbat to Passover, Rosh Hashanah to Sukkot. But these are more than holidays. They’re appointments with the divine—reminders that what matters should be part of your calendar, not just your dreams.
We also learn about Pesach Sheni, a “second Passover” granted to those who missed the first—proof that Judaism always makes room for second chances. What does it mean to sanctify time, even in moments of chaos? Tune in to find out.
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