• May 2, 2026
  • 15 5786, Iyyar
  • פרשת אמור

Daf Yomi Zevachim

Daf Yomi Zevachim

Join Rabbi Gidon Rothstein for a daily shiur of the Daf Yomi Masechet Zevachim given each morning from the Young Israel of Scarsdale, New York. 

PLEASE NOTE: Classes are NOT held on Shabbat (Saturday) or Jewish holidays. For those days and any other days when the teacher may not be available at the regularly scheduled time, a pre-recorded lesson will be posted. The live classes will take place Sundays at 7:30am EST and Monday-Friday at 6:15am EST.

For the previous tractate, Masechet Horayot, please visit HERE. For the next masechet, Menachot, visit HERE

September 16, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 2–זבחים ב
Class description

Zevachim 2a and Zevachim 2b, all beginnings are hard.

September 17, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 3–זבחים ג
Class description

Zevachim 3a and Zevachim 3b, what isn’t close enough to an issue to even present a problem.

September 18, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Daf Yomi Zevachim
Class description
September 19, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 5–זבחים ה
Class description

Zevachim 5a and Zevachim 5b, figuring out the role of a sacrifice if it doesn’t atone.

September 20, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 6–זבחים ו
Class description

Zevachim 6a and Zevachim 6b

September 21, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 7-זבחים ז
Class description

Zevachim 7a and Zevachim 7b, changes within a sacrifice and its effect.

September 22, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 8–זבחים ח
Class description

Zevachim 8a and Zevachim 8b, sourcing the need for lishma and invalidation in Pesach and Chatat.

September 23, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 9–זבחים י
Class description

Zevachim 9a and Zevachim 9b, why a Pesach not offered in its right time is a shelamim and not something else.

September 24, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 10–זבחים י
Class description
September 25, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 11-זבחים יא
Class description

Zevachim 11a and Zevachim 11b, versions of lo lishmah and how they affect.

September 26, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 12–זבחים יב
Class description

Zevachim 12a and Zevachim 12b, what erev means.

September 27, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 13–זבחים יג
Class description
September 28, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 14–זבחים יד
Class description

Trying to figure out the status of holachah, taking blood to where it will be offered.

September 29, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 15–זבחים טו
Class description

Zevachim 15a and Zevachim 15b, ending the chapter with movement and its consequences.

September 30, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 16–זבחים טז
Class description

Zevachim 16a and Zevachim 16b, deriving who invalidates a service

October 1, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 17-זבחים יז
Class description

Zevachim 17a and Zevachim 17b, Erev Yom Kippur, who can think of anything else?

October 2, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 18–זבחים יח
Class description

Zevachim 18a and Zevachim 18b, what lacks in the kohen‘s presentation invalidate service.

October 3, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 19–זבחים יט
Class description

Zevachim 19a and Zevachim 19b, more elements necessary to a valid priestly service

October 4, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 20–זבחים כ
Class description

Zevachim 20a and Zevachim 20b,

October 5, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 21–זבחים כא
Class description

Zevachim 21a and Zevachim 21b, how long water in the basin lasts.

October 6, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 22-זבחים כב
Class description

Zevachim 22a and Zevachim 22b, basin water, uncircumcised of heart and flesh, and teme’im.

October 7, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 23-זבחים כג
Class description
October 8, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 24–זבחים כד
Class description

Zevachim 24a and Zevachim 24b

October 9, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 25–זבחים כה
Class description

Zevachim 25a and Zevachim 25b, salvageable and unsalvageable blood.

October 10, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim26–זבחים כו
Class description

Zevachim 26a and Zevachim 26b, inside, outside, blood up and down, wrong place over and over.

October 11, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 27–זבחים כז
Class description

Zevachim 27a and Zevachim 27b, defining place and time that disqualify.

October 12, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 28–זבחים כח
Class description

Zevachim 28a and Zevachim 28b, tail of the sacrifice and how we know what makes pigul.

October 13, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 29–זבחים כט
Class description

Zevachim 29a and Zevachim 29b, the thoughts that ruin sacrifices.

October 14, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 30–זבחים ל
Class description

Zevachim 30a and Zevachim 30b, parsing split language.

October 15, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 31–זבחים לא
Class description

Zevachim 31a and Zevachim 31b, finishing the chapter with when half olives have different problems.

October 16, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 32–זבחים לב
Class description

Zevachim 32a and Zevachim 32b, how can people who are tamei do the shechitah on a sacrifice?

October 17, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 33–זבחים לג
Class description

Zevachim 33a and Zevachim 33b, when and where leaning on the sacrifice happens.

October 18, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 34–זבחים לד
Class description

Zevachim 34a and Zevachim 34b, series of disputes between Resh Lakish and R. Yochanan about the severity of mistreating sacrifices.

October 19, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 35–זבחים לה
Class description

Zevachim 35a and Zevachim 35b, parts of the sacrifice that make pigul and don’t.

October 20, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 36–זבחים לו
Class description

Zevachim 36a and Zevachim 36b, finishing with how and what thoughts invalidate, moving on to a new chapter, what sprinklings of blood are required.

October 21, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 37–זבחים לז
Class description

Zevachim 37a and Zevachim 37b, deriving how many offerings of blood are the minimum.

October 22, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 38-זבחים לח
Class description

Zevachim 38a and Zevachim 38b, working on deriving the minimum number of blood offerings.

October 23, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 39-זבחים לט
Class description

Zevachim 39a and Zevachim 39b

October 24, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 40–זבחים מ
Class description

Zevachim 40a and Zevachim 40b, how we know what’s indispensable in offerings.

October 25, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 41–זבחים מא
Class description

Zevachim 41a and Zevachim 41b, what issues can be transferred from one to another and to yet a third, if the first was by a hekesh linkage.

October 26, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 42–זבחים מב
Class description

Zevachim 42a and Zevachim 42b, does R. Meir think half a matir creates pigul.

October 27, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 43–זבחים מג
Class description

Zevachim 43a and Zevachim 43b

October 28, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 44-זבחים מד
Class description

Zevachim 44a and Zevachim 44b

October 29, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 45-זבחים מה
Class description

Zevachim 45a and Zevachim 45b

October 30, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 46–זבחים מו
Class description

Zevachim 46a and Zevachim 46b

October 31, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 47–זבחים מז
Class description

Zevachim 47a and Zevachim 47b

November 1, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 48–זבחים מח
Class description

Zevachim 48a and Zevachim 48b

November 2, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 49–זבחים מט
Class description

Zevachim 49a and Zevachim 49b

November 3, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 50–זבחים נ
Class description

Zevachim 50a and Zevachim 50b

November 4, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 51–זבחים נא
Class description

Zevachim 51a and Zevachim 51b,

November 5, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 52–זבחים נב
Class description

Zevachim 52a and Zevachim 52b,

The meeting focused on the significance and proper practices of sacrificial rituals, particularly the placement of blood on altars and varying interpretations of these laws.
Meeting commenced with greetings and acknowledgment of the previous day’s discussions.
A slide was intended for daily presentation, dedicated anonymously in honor of individuals.
Discussion focused on the sacrificial process, specifically blood placement on altars.
Participants debated the interaction between inner and outer altars regarding blood offerings.
Clarifications were made about the necessity of certain sacrifices and their roles in atonement.
The conversation highlighted different interpretations of sacrificial laws among scholars.
Emphasis was placed on understanding the significance of rituals and their implications for atonement.
Discussed the importance of proper placement of sacrificial blood on the altar.
Clarified that invalid offerings occur if blood is placed incorrectly.
Examined differing opinions on the necessity of external blood application in sacrifices.
Highlighted communal sin offerings and their specific requirements for execution.

November 6, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 53–זבחים נג
Class description

Zevachim 53a and Zevachim 53b,

November 7, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 54–זבחים נד
Class description

Zevachim 54a and Zevachim 54b

November 8, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 55–זבחים נה
Class description

Zevachim 55a and Zevachim 55b,

The meeting focused on discussing the requirements and regulations surrounding sacrifices in Jewish law, including the roles of priests and the significance of diagrams for understanding sacrificial procedures.

  • The meeting focuses on sacrifices and their requirements in the context of Jewish law.
  • Participants express gratitude to donors and staff for their support during the week of learning.
  • The discussion includes details about guilt offerings and various types of sacrifices.
  • Specific rules govern where sacrifices can be slaughtered and how their blood is handled.
  • Only male priests are permitted to eat certain types of sacrifices within designated areas.
  • Clarifications are made regarding the consumption of offerings by priests’ families and servants.
  • The conversation also explores the significance of diagrams in understanding sacrificial procedures.
  • Discussed the dimensions and openings of the Betamies and their implications for obstructions.
  • Clarified that all parts of the Azora, including various openings, are included in the discussion.
November 9, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 56-זבחים נו
Class description

Zevachim 56a and Zevachim 56b,

The meeting focused on the regulations and implications of Tuma levels, sacrifice locations, and timing within the Azara courtyard of the Bet HaMikdash.

  • Discussed the concept of Tuma and its levels regarding entry into the Azara courtyard.
  • Clarified that only certain locations within the Azara are allowed for sacrifices and eating.
  • Introduced diagrams to illustrate dimensions of the Azara and related chambers.
  • Examined the implications of side chambers on Tuma and sacrificial practices.
  • Highlighted distinctions between areas for eating vs. slaughtering sacrifices within temple spaces.
  • Blood must be offered on the same day for sacrifices to be valid.
  • Eating of sacrifices is contingent upon timely blood offering.
  • Differences exist between regular and special sacrifices in terms of eating rules.
  • The timing for burning leftover sacrifices varies based on their type.
  • Public acts during the Bet HaMikdash influence the process of sacrifice offerings
November 10, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 57–זבחים נז
Class description

Zevachim 57a and Zevachim 57b,

The meeting focused on the significance and regulations of sacrificial offerings, particularly regarding firstborn animals, and included discussions on scholarly interpretations and related rituals.

  • Discussed the last missioner in the chapter regarding firstborn animals and their offerings.
  • Explained the significance of blood sprinkling in sacrificial rituals.
  • Clarified that certain offerings must be performed at designated locations.
  • Introduced the concept of logical inference in understanding sacrificial laws.
  • Compared different types of sacrifices and their regulations for consumption.
  • Highlighted Rashi’s unique commentary approach, making texts accessible for learners.
  • Addressed debates among scholars regarding the rules surrounding firstborn animal offerings.
  • Discussed the four types of bread, including matza and leaven, for the offering.
  • Analyzed different views on the timing of eating the Pesach sacrifice.
  • Highlighted lessons from the Egyptians’ response to plagues and their consequences.
November 11, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 58-זבחים נח
Class description

Zevachim 58a and Zevachim 58b

The meeting focused on the significance of veterans, sacrificial practices in Dafiomi, and the ongoing debates about altar placement and offerings within the temple context.

  • Recognize and honor the contributions of veterans on Veterans Day.
  • Begin studying a new chapter in Dafiomi, focusing on sacrificial practices.
  • Discuss the placement and significance of the altar in relation to offerings.
  • Explore differing opinions on the altar’s location within the courtyard.
  • Emphasize that offerings must be connected to the ground for validity.
  • Highlight the importance of maintaining proper conditions for sacrificial practices.
  • Discussed the placement and significance of offerings within the temple structure.
  • Emphasized the importance of proximity to the altar for sacrificial practices.
  • Explored differing opinions on the location of the altar within the temple.
  • Analyzed scriptural references to support various interpretations of altar placement.
  • Highlighted ongoing debates regarding sacrificial practices without a standing temple.
November 12, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 59–זבחים נט
Class description

Zevachim 59a and Zevachim 59b

The meeting focused on the complexities of sacrificial practices, altar placements, and interpretations related to offerings in the Betamikdash and Second Temple.

  • The meeting discusses the offerings and sacrifices related to the altar in the Betamikdash.
  • Different opinions arise regarding where various offerings can be placed.
  • Rabiosie believes all sacrifices must occur in the northern section of the altar.
  • Debate centers on whether certain areas should remain clear of utensils or furniture.
  • Key distinctions are made between types of offerings and their respective locations.
  • The validity of sacrifices is questioned if they were previously disqualified or damaged.
  • Discussed the significance of the stone Evan Hashitia in relation to the Akida and the Second Temple.
  • Reviewed the absence of an altar in the Second Temple and its implications for sacrificial practices.
  • Examined differing views on whether blood sacrifices require an altar versus incense offerings.
  • Analyzed debates regarding the dimensions and sanctification of altars in historical contexts.
  • Explored interpretations of scriptural verses relating to temple sacrifices and altar size.
November 13, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 60–זבחים ס
Class description

Zevachim 60a and Zevachim 60b

 

The meeting focused on the implications of altar sanctity and sacrificial offerings in light of historical and contemporary perspectives.

  • Discussed the implications of a damaged altar on sacrificial offerings and their validity.
  • Explored Rabbi Uda’s views on sanctification of the altar’s floor for sacrificial purposes.
  • Engaged in debates regarding the dimensions and sanctity of various altars throughout history.
  • Analyzed scriptural verses related to the sanctification process and its requirements for sacrifices.
  • Addressed distinctions between different types of offerings and their consumption rules in relation to altar status.
  • Considered historical perspectives on the sanctity of Jerusalem and its impact on current practices.
  • Discussed the relationship between the Conducia and Shmeta in contemporary contexts.
  • Examined the implications of destruction on sacrificial offerings and their consumption.
  • Analyzed the linkage between blood, meat, and sanctified materials in sacrificial law.
  • Explored differing views on eating sacrifices after the destruction of the Temple.
November 14, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 61–זבחים סא
Class description

Zevachim 61a and Zevachim 61b,

The meeting focused on the significance and interpretations of sacrificial offerings, the altar’s role, and the historical context of sacrifices, particularly in relation to Jerusalem’s sanctity.

  • Meeting discusses the significance of sacrificial offerings and their relationship to the altar.
  • Debate centers on whether the altar’s existence is essential for eating sacrifices.
  • Ravi Ya’s expulsion from the Beit Midrash highlights differing views on sacrificial laws.
  • Discussion includes interpretations of various texts regarding sacrificial practices.
  • Importance of Jerusalem and its sanctity in relation to sacrifices is emphasized.
  • The conversation touches on historical context of sacrifices post-destruction of the Temple.
  • Various opinions on the nature of sanctity in Israel are explored throughout the meeting.
  • Discussed dimensions of the altar, clarifying differences between original and expanded sizes.
  • Addressed reasons for expanding the altar to accommodate increased sacrifices and liquid drainage.
  • Explained the significance of the altar’s connection to the ground in relation to its construction.
November 15, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 62–זבחים סב
Class description

Zevachim 62a and Zevachim 62b

November 16, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 63–זבחים סג
Class description

Zevachim 63a and Zevachim 63b,

The meeting covered logistics and procedures for transporting offerings, including ramp measurements, ritual significance, and specific guidelines for sacrificial practices at the temple.

  • Discussed ramp measurements and incline calculations for transporting heavy items.
  • Clarified ramp height versus distance for effective loading.
  • Explained procedures for flower offerings and their significance.
  • Emphasized valid locations for performing sacrificial offerings within the temple.
  • Addressed the parallel between animal sacrifices and flower offerings in rituals.
  • Noted specific handling rules for sin offerings and their locations during service.
  • Discussed the diagram for navigating the altar, emphasizing the east side ramp.
  • Explained options for carrying offerings and preferred pathways during rituals.
  • Clarified the relationship between sin offerings and flower offerings in sacrificial practices.
  • Analyzed specific verses regarding placement of offerings at the altar’s southwest corner
November 17, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 64–זבחים סד
Class description

Zevachim 64a and Zevachim 64b

The meeting focused on the procedures and techniques for performing sacrificial offerings, particularly at the altar, with an emphasis on proper handling and specific requirements for different types of offerings.

  • The meeting discusses the details of sacrificial offerings at the southwest corner of the altar.
  • Participants review previous discussions about specific offerings and their placement on the altar.
  • Clarifications are made regarding measurements and processes related to the sacrificial rituals.
  • The importance of proper technique in handling offerings, including throwing distances, is emphasized.
  • The conversation touches on the roles and movements of priests during sacrificial practices.
  • Discussed the process of performing sacrifices, particularly focusing on the kata offering.
  • Explained the specific requirements for slaughtering birds, including which parts to slice.
  • Clarified that the blood must be sprinkled on the lower wall of the altar.
  • Emphasized differences between bird offerings and animal offerings in terms of sacrificial procedures.
  • Highlighted challenges faced during the ritual, particularly in executing proper techniques for slaughtering.
  • Noted that certain mistakes during sacrifices do not invalidate the offering if blood is handled correctly.
November 18, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 65–זבחים סה
Class description

Zevachim 65a and Zevachim 65b,

The meeting focused on the complexities of bird offerings in Daffiomi learning, including interpretations of sacrificial procedures and the impact of thoughts on validity.

  • The meeting discusses the intricacies of bird offerings in the context of Daffiomi learning.
  • Participants debate the correct interpretation of Malika, specifically whether it involves slicing or puncturing.
  • The principle of Pegal is explored, focusing on how improper thoughts can invalidate sacrifices.
  • The discussion highlights that thoughts during the offering process can combine to affect validity, not just individual actions.
  • Clarifications are made regarding the roles of priests in performing specific sacrificial actions and their implications for validity.
  • The session emphasizes the importance of understanding scriptural references related to bird sacrifices and their procedures.
  • The Canary water levels fluctuate, currently below the red line and approaching the upper black line.
  • Past good years of rain correlate with tracking the Canary’s status.
  • Bird offerings have different rules compared to animal offerings, affecting their significance.
  • The slaughtering process for offerings involves specific steps and order to ensure validity.
  • Debates arise over procedural details in offering preparations, reflecting differing interpretations among scholars.
November 19, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 66-זבחים סו
Class description

Zevachim 66a and Zevachim 66b,

The meeting focused on the complexities of sacrificial procedures in religious texts, including differences between types of offerings and implications for misuse of sacred items.

  • The meeting discusses the learning of specific religious texts on November 19th.
  • Participants review differences between sin offerings (Kata) and burnt offerings (Ola).
  • Clarification is provided on procedures for animal sacrifices and their implications.
  • The editing history of the Babylonian Talmud is briefly addressed, highlighting key figures.
  • Misunderstandings about sacrificial procedures can lead to invalid offerings.
  • The concept of Mi’ila (misuse of sacred items) is introduced in relation to unoffered sacrifices.
  • Future discussions will explore mixtures in sacrifices and their significance in religious law.
  • Discussed the validity of sacrifices and their implications for Me’ila (misuse of sacred items).
  • Explored the difference between offerings done correctly versus incorrectly.
  • Highlighted the complexity of sacrificial procedures and training for Cohanim.
November 20, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 67–זבחים סז
Class description

Zevachim 67a and Zevachim 67b,

 

The meeting focused on the complexities and procedural nuances of sacrificial offerings, including various scenarios, scholarly opinions, and the roles of participants in ensuring proper practices.

  • The meeting discusses the complexities of sacrificial offerings and their proper procedures.
  • Participants analyze different scenarios involving bird and animal sacrifices.
  • They debate the implications of mistakes made during offerings, particularly regarding validity and status.
  • The discussion highlights differing opinions among scholars about the nature of sacrifices in specific situations.
  • Logical reasoning and analogies play a significant role in understanding sacrificial laws.
  • Discussed the complexities of offerings for women after childbirth and their obligations.
  • Explored the implications of mixing up sin offerings and burnt offerings.
  • Clarified that intentions behind offerings do not always validate incorrect sacrifices.
  • Highlighted the role of the cohen in managing bird offerings for multiple women.
  • Addressed potential miscommunication between cohen and women regarding their sacrifices.
November 21, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 68–זבחים סח
Class description

Zevachim 68a and Zevachim 68b,

 

The meeting focused on the complexities and debates surrounding bird offerings in religious rituals, including classification, species identification, and the roles of cohanim in sacrificial practices.

  • Participants discuss the complexities of bird offerings in religious rituals.
  • Confusion arises regarding the classification of offerings as burnt or sin offerings.
  • The conversation involves specific examples of women bringing birds for various obligations.
  • Various opinions on the handling and offering of birds are debated among participants.
  • The importance of correct species identification for offerings is emphasized throughout the discussion.
  • The role of a cohen (priest) in sacrificial practices is highlighted, including potential errors in execution.
  • A distinction is made between valid and invalid sacrifices based on procedural adherence and species requirements.
  • Discussed the distinction between service and non-service activities in relation to Koannium.
  • Explored the validity of actions performed by non-cohanim in specific scenarios.
  • Highlighted debates regarding the implications of invalid actions on sacrificial offerings.
November 22, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 69–זבחים סט
Class description

Zevachim 69a and Zevachim 69b,

 

The meeting focused on the debate surrounding the kosher status of bird sacrifices, examining issues of ritual slaughter, impurity, and differing interpretations of relevant biblical texts.

  • The meeting discusses a debate on the validity of bird sacrifices and their implications for kosher status.
  • Key terms include “curbon,” “Nivela,” and issues of ritual slaughter (Malika) versus improper slaughter.
  • Rav and Rabbi Yoken disagree on the impact of a non-priest performing Malika on the bird’s status.
  • The discussion includes how improper slaughter affects the status of birds in terms of tumah (ritual impurity).
  • A general principle states that invalidations must apply equally to both inside and outside the temple courtyard.
  • The conversation touches on various interpretations of how these rules affect different types of offerings.
  • Discussed customs surrounding a woman’s separation from her father due to anger.
  • Analyzed differing interpretations of biblical texts regarding the status of animals and birds.
  • Explored the implications of “traitor” in relation to ritual purity and its effects on kosher laws.
November 23, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 70-זבחים ע
Class description

Zevachim 70a and Zevachim 70b,

The meeting focused on the treatment of animals in Jewish law, particularly the implications of Malika and Traifa, while discussing related verses, prohibitions, and upcoming topics.

  • The meeting focuses on discussing verses related to the treatment of animals, specifically Traifa and Malika.
  • A debate exists between Rabbi Meir and Rabbi Yossi regarding the implications of Malika on Traifa animals.
  • Key concerns include whether a Traifa bird can become Nevela upon death and its implications for consumption.
  • Various verses are reviewed to clarify the relationship between Malika, Traifa, and the status of Nevela.
  • The discussion highlights differences in treatment between kosher and non-kosher animals in terms of Tumah.
  • The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding specific prohibitions related to animal consumption.
  • Discussed historical examples of societal changes and perceptions regarding animal treatment.
  • Clarified the distinction between different types of animals and their sacrificial validity.
  • Explored the implications of animal mixing in sacrificial practices and its consequences.
  • Introduced upcoming topics on mixtures in sacrifices and their relevance to broader discussions.
  • Announced adjustments to meeting times due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
November 24, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 71-זבחים עא
Class description

Zevachim 71a and Zevachim 71b,

The meeting focused on the complexities and regulations surrounding mixed animal sacrifices and their implications in sacrificial laws.

  • The meeting discusses a new topic on mixtures in sacrifices, starting from previous discussions.
  • Participants explore when to ignore or address mixed sacrifices and their implications.
  • Five reasons for allowing certain animals to die despite general avoidance of causing pain are presented.
  • The discussion includes various scenarios involving regular and prohibited animals mixed together.
  • Participants analyze specific rules regarding different types of sacrifices and their offerings.
  • Creative solutions to complex problems involving mixed animals are examined throughout the meeting.
  • The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the nuances in sacrificial laws and practices.
  • Discussed the significance of mixtures in sacrificial offerings and their prohibition.
  • Emphasized that certain prohibited items cannot be nullified, regardless of quantity.
  • Shared insights on the kosher status of milk and concerns about animal health affecting it.
November 25, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 72–זבחים עב
Class description

ZEvachim 72a and Zevachim 72b,

The meeting focused on the kosher status of sacrificial animals and the complexities of nullification in Jewish law regarding significant and prohibited items.

  • The meeting discusses the mission’s focus on sacrificial animals and their kosher status.
  • It emphasizes the concept of nullification (bittul) in relation to prohibited items.
  • The group analyzes different missions regarding items that cannot be nullified.
  • Significant items, especially in worship, must not be mixed or nullified.
  • The discussion highlights the differences between sacrificial laws and general prohibitions.
  • Majority rules apply differently to significant items versus ordinary objects.
  • The conversation touches on various interpretations of nullification standards in Jewish law.
  • Discussed the significance of various mixtures and their implications in Jewish law.
  • Explored differing opinions on the nullification of prohibited items in mixtures.
  • Analyzed the criteria for determining what constitutes an important item in mixtures.
November 26, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 73–זבחים עג
Class description

Zevachim 73a and Zevachim 73b,

The meeting explored the complexities of nullification in mixed animal offerings, referencing historical texts and differing rabbinical interpretations, while emphasizing the implications for sacrificial practices and national unity during Thanksgiving.

  • The meeting discusses the concept of nullification in mixed animals, referencing historical Jewish texts.
  • Thanksgiving is acknowledged as a time for national unity and gratitude.
  • A problematic animal mixed with acceptable ones cannot be nullified, impacting sacrificial practices.
  • Rashi’s interpretations suggest that items sold by number may not be nullified.
  • The discussion includes distinctions between solids and liquids in terms of mixing and nullification rules.
  • Rabbi Meir and Rabbi Yehuda have differing views on how mixed items are treated regarding nullification.
  • The implications of these rules affect both living animals and those already sacrificed.
  • Discussions focus on the validity of offerings and the implications of mixed animal offerings.
  • Clarification provided on rules regarding offerings that are invalid or improperly mixed.
  • Emphasis placed on the importance of understanding the consequences of offering prohibited items.
November 27, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 74–זבחים עד
Class description

Zevachim 74a and Zevachim 74b,

 

The meeting focused on the complexities and implications of mixtures involving sacrificial and non-sacrificial animals, including their validity and handling in various contexts.

  • Thanksgiving greetings were shared at the beginning of the meeting.
  • Discussion focused on mixtures of sacrificial animals and their implications.
  • Live animals cannot be nullified in a mixture, impacting sacrificial validity.
  • Different opinions emerged regarding handling non-sacrificial animal mixtures.
  • The concept of “dehue” was debated, particularly concerning sacrificial processes.
  • Mixtures involving prohibited items require careful consideration and assumptions about majority rules.
  • The conversation included examples from past teachings to illustrate current points.
  • Discussed the significance of mixtures in sealed barrels and their implications for nullification.
  • Explored the concept of symbolic actions regarding drinking from opened barrels.
  • Addressed challenges of identifying prohibited animals mixed with sacrificial animals.
  • Presented three explanations for distinguishing mixed animals based on their conditions or origins.
November 28, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 75–זבחים עה
Class description

Zevachim 75a and Zevachim 75b,

The meeting focused on the obligations and rules surrounding sacrifices, particularly regarding “smicha,” mixed offerings, and their implications for different types of animals and ownership.

  • Discussed the obligations related to sacrifices and the concept of “smicha” in offerings.
  • Clarified that women cannot perform “smicha” for sacrifices.
  • Examined the implications of mixed sacrifices and their offerings.
  • Noted that mixed sacrifices must be offered in the name of their owners.
  • Addressed issues regarding the validity of offerings when animals are mixed before or after slaughter.
  • Highlighted distinctions between individual and communal sacrifices in relation to “smicha.”
  • Explored various scenarios involving firstborn animals and their treatment post-mix.
  • Discussed the mixing rules for various animal offerings and their classifications.
  • Clarified distinctions between male and female offerings affecting their ability to mix.
  • Addressed the implications of Shmita on the storage and sale of products.
November 29, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 76–זבחים עו
Class description

Zevachim 76a and Zevachim 76b,

The meeting focused on various regulations and discussions related to sacrificial practices, including themes, consumption rules, financial implications, and preparation methods.

  • Discussed the Dochiomi Force Shaba and Thanksgiving themes.
  • Addressed the mixing of Asham and Shlumin sacrifices in northern Azara.
  • Emphasized stringent rules for sacrificial meat consumption timelines.
  • Highlighted the limitations on using Shavit produce for financial gain.
  • Explored the implications of using Truma money for purchases.
  • Analyzed different opinions on sacrificial meat preparation methods.
  • Reviewed rules regarding sacrificial oil offerings and their use.
  • Concluded with a discussion on handling uncertain statuses in sacrifices.
November 30, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 77–זבחים עז
Class description

Zevachim 77a and Zevachim 77b,

The meeting focused on the complexities and implications of handling mixed sacrifices and the leniencies in religious law related to sacrificial practices.

  • The discussion focuses on the handling of mixed sacrifices with different rules.
  • Participants explore the implications of treating sanctified materials as invalid.
  • Rava and Raba debate the permissibility of proactive offerings for uncertain statuses.
  • The meeting examines leniencies in religious law to assist individuals in specific situations.
  • Concerns arise regarding the potential over-reliance on leniencies leading to broader acceptance of non-compliance.
  • A distinction is made between various types of physical defects in sacrificial animals and their implications for offerings.
  • Discussed the implications of animal mixtures in sacrificial practices.
  • Explored interpretations of prohibitions regarding animals with physical defects.
  • Analyzed the significance of blood mixtures in sacrificial contexts.
  • Clarified rules about assuming problematic animals in mixed offerings.
December 1, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 78-זבחים עח
Class description

Zevachim 78a and Zevachim 78b,

 

The meeting on December 1st focused on clarifying sacrificial laws, including rules about animal penalties, blood validity, contamination concerns, and standards for ritual purity.

  • Meeting took place on December 1st, discussing various topics related to sacrificial laws.
  • Clarified rules regarding the death penalty for animals involved in certain acts.
  • Discussed implications of blood mixing with other substances during sacrificial rituals.
  • Emphasized that the color and visibility of blood affect its validity in offerings.
  • Noted distinctions between different types of blood and their eligibility for sacrifice.
  • Addressed concerns about contamination in sacrificial practices and environmental implications.
  • Highlighted ongoing debates about nullification of prohibitions when mixed with permitted items.
  • Discussed the importance of water dilution in various scenarios, including wine and saliva.
  • Emphasized the need for thorough immersion to ensure cleanliness and ritual purity.
  • Explored different opinions on standards for immersion and their implications for practices.
December 2, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 79–זבחים עט
Class description

Zevachim 79a and Zevachim 79b,

The meeting focused on the complexities of mixtures in religious practices, particularly regarding the treatment and validity of sacrificial blood.

  • Discussed the concept of mixtures in relation to code shame and nullification (bittul).
  • Ravijuda’s view: same substance mixtures do not nullify each other.
  • Majority rule applies when mixing different substances, according to Rava.
  • Rava emphasized proper immersion to eliminate external contamination.
  • Prohibitions and mitzvot maintain distinct statuses and do not nullify one another.
  • Debated whether certain secretions can be washed away effectively or remain problematic.
  • The meeting discusses the frequency of blood mixing during animal sacrifices and its implications for validity.
  • Participants debate whether issues arise often enough to require specific precautions in handling sacrificial blood.
  • Different opinions emerge regarding the treatment of mixed blood and its status in sacrificial practices.
  • The discussion highlights the importance of proper procedures to minimize errors during animal sacrifices.
December 3, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 80–זבחים פ
Class description

Zevachim 80a and Zevachim 80b,

The meeting addressed complex issues related to the validity and procedures of mixing animal blood in sacrificial offerings.

  • Today’s meeting focused on complex issues surrounding sacrifices and blood mixtures.
  • The mission reviewed yesterday discusses the validity of animal blood for offerings.
  • Different blood types can be mixed, but certain conditions invalidate sacrifices.
  • The concept of “rowing” allows ignoring invalid blood when mixed with valid offerings.
  • Discussion includes whether to sprinkle once or twice for different types of blood offerings.
  • Rulings vary on whether mixed waters require a minimum amount for valid sprinkling.
  • Philosophical distinctions arise regarding active vs. inactive violations in sacrificial practices.
  • Discussed the mixing of blood from different offerings and its implications for sacrifices.
  • Clarified that majority blood must come from the upper half for valid offerings.
  • Explored opinions on whether liquids mix fully during sacrificial processes.
  • Addressed concerns about proper procedures when bloods are mixed together.
December 4, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 81–זבחים פא
Class description

Zevachim 81a and Zevachim 81b,

 

The meeting focused on the complexities and differing interpretations of blood mixing in sacrificial offerings and its implications for religious practices.

  • Discussed the mixing of blood and assumptions about its distribution in offerings.
  • Explored whether blood fully mixes or maintains distinct layers when combined.
  • Reviewed differing opinions on the implications of mixed blood in sacrificial offerings.
  • Analyzed specific cases involving sin and burnt offerings in relation to mixed blood.
  • Emphasized the importance of proper placement for offering different types of blood.
  • Discussed the significance of olive blood offerings in different corners of the altar.
  • Debated whether blood from different sacrifices can nullify each other.
  • Examined various interpretations regarding mixing blood from different offerings.
  • Clarified rules about offering blood inside versus outside the altar.
  • Concluded that different opinions exist on the validity of mixed blood offerings.
December 5, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 82-זבחים פב
Class description

Zevachim 82a and Zevachim 82b,

The meeting focused on the significance and regulations surrounding blood offerings in sacrificial practices, including their placement and implications for validity.

  • Discussed the significance of blood offerings in sacrificial practices.
  • Explored the invalidation of offerings if blood is brought into the wrong area.
  • Analyzed Rabbi Akiva’s interpretation regarding blood from various sacrifices.
  • Debated the implications of thoughts versus actions in sacrificial validity.
  • Highlighted differences between communal and individual offerings in sacrificial laws.
  • Discussed the impact of blood and meat placement on the validity of sacrifices.
  • Established that blood taken outside does not invalidate remaining blood inside.
  • Clarified that meat taken outside is invalid, but does not affect the sacrifice’s overall validity.
  • Emphasized the importance of proper placement for sacrificial offerings in designated areas.
  • Analyzed various rules regarding the consequences of bringing sacrificial elements into incorrect locations.
December 6, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 83–זבחים פג
Class description

Zevachim 83a and Zevachim 83b,

The meeting focused on the validity and proper use of blood in sacrificial practices, exploring interpretations and requirements related to offerings in the temple.

  • The meeting focuses on learning Gimmel page eighty-three in Mastera to him.
  • Discussion centers on the validity of blood brought into the Kodish.
  • Blood intended for service may become invalid if not used properly.
  • Rashi’s commentary clarifies interpretations of relevant verses.
  • The debate involves understanding when blood becomes invalidated.
  • The context includes specific offerings and their requirements in the temple.
  • Participants explore different opinions regarding sacrificial practices.
  • The discussion centers on distinctions in offerings and their suitability for the altar.
  • Different opinions arise regarding requirements for sacrifices and their validity.
  • Key debates involve interpretations of verses related to animal and flour offerings.
December 7, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 84–זבחים פד
Class description

Zevachim 84a and Zevachim 84b,

The meeting focused on the complexities and rules surrounding sacrificial practices, including the sanctification of items, disqualifications, and the implications of various offerings.

  • Discussed the sanctification of items placed on the altar, despite improper placement.
  • Explored differing opinions on whether certain sacrifices require returning items to ground.
  • Analyzed the significance of blood and wine libations in sacrificial practices.
  • Reviewed various disqualifications affecting sacrifices and their implications for altar offerings.
  • Highlighted key distinctions between types of offerings, including animal and flower sacrifices.
  • Emphasized the importance of understanding rules governing valid sacrificial practices.
  • Clarified that specific invalidations do not necessitate bringing offerings back down from the altar.
  • Discussed the implications of animal sacrifices and their status once brought into the Azara courtyard.
  • Explored conditions under which sacrifices can remain valid despite issues arising during the offering process.
  • Reviewed historical context of sacrifices outside the main altar and its impact on current practices.
  • Analyzed different scenarios involving ritual purity and community involvement in sacrificial offerings.
December 8, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 85–זבחים פה
Class description

Zevachim 85a and Zevachim 85b,

 

The meeting focused on the validity, handling, and implications of animal sacrifices and related laws.

  • Discussed the validity of animal sacrifices offered outside the designated area.
  • Reviewed interpretations of sacrificial laws and their implications.
  • Explored distinctions between valid and invalid slaughtering practices.
  • Analyzed levels of problems related to sacrificial services and their consequences.
  • Clarified the significance of washing inner parts before offering sacrifices.
  • Debated whether certain sacrifices can remain on the altar after specific conditions are met.
  • Discussed the status of sacrificial materials before blood is sprinkled.
  • Clarified that materials do not require returning if already elevated.
  • Addressed the concept of Me’ila regarding sacrificial items used improperly.
  • Examined various physical issues affecting sacrificial animals and their validity.
  • Reviewed handling of materials that should remain on the altar versus those that shouldn’t.
  • Explored implications of beastiality on the eligibility of birds for sacrifice.
December 9, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 86–זבחים פו
Class description

Zevachim 86a and Zevachim 86b,

 

The meeting focused on the implications of sacrificial practices and rituals, particularly in relation to Yom Kippur services, attendance, and the management of offerings.

  • Discussed the partial value shift and its implications for offerings.
  • Reviewed the Mishna about materials that must return to their original state.
  • Analyzed verses regarding the inclusion of bones and other parts in sacrifices.
  • Clarified opinions on whether separated parts remain part of the offering.
  • Examined the significance of blood sprinkling in defining sacrificial materials.
  • Highlighted debate on how fire affects offerings during the burning process.
  • Concluded with discussion on the status of parts after separation and burning.
  • Discussion centers on the timing and structure of Yom Kippur services and rituals.
  • Emphasis on the importance of early service to maintain the strength of the Kohen Gadol.
  • Increased attendance during holidays leads to more sacrifices and preparation work.
  • The challenges of managing crowds and ashes during busy periods are acknowledged.
December 10, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 87–זבחים פז
Class description

Zevachim 87a and Zevachim 87b,

The meeting focused on the implications and interpretations of sacrificial laws, particularly regarding the timing of sacrifices, their validity in relation to airspace, and the authority of scholars in these matters.

  • The meeting discusses the new suga related to sacrifices and their burning process.
  • Participants analyze the implications of removing sacrifice parts before and after midnight.
  • Rabama Raba emphasizes that meat must be on the fire for midnight to be valid.
  • The discussion includes different interpretations of how long sacrifices can remain valid after removal.
  • Tosa raises questions about the authority of various scholars in interpreting these laws.
  • The conversation shifts towards the significance of airspace in relation to sacrificial offerings.
  • Participants debate whether being in airspace affects the validity of offerings on the altar.
  • Discussed the airspace concept related to ritual practices and its implications for handling offerings.
  • Clarified that holding an item does not count as being in airspace; it’s like resting on the ground.
  • Addressed unresolved questions about the status of items in airspace versus those held by individuals.
December 11, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 88-זבחים פח
Class description

Zevachim 88a and Zevachim 88b,

The meeting focused on the sanctification of containers in religious contexts, exploring their functionality, societal implications, and connections to atonement practices.

  • The meeting focused solely on the topic of containers and their sanctification in religious contexts.
  • Containers for liquids and dry goods have different rules regarding sanctity and acceptable usage.
  • Rashi differentiates between measuring tools (metota) and general containers (kalim) based on their intended use.
  • Containers must be whole and functional to retain their sanctifying status; damage affects their usability.
  • The discussion included various types of containers used in rituals, emphasizing their specific purposes.
  • Wealth influences attitudes toward repairing versus replacing damaged items in religious practices.
  • Discussed the societal implications of wealth and wastefulness in modern culture.
  • Explored the significance of the garments worn by the high priest in religious practices.
  • Analyzed the relationship between clothing and atonement in Jewish tradition.
  • Examined different interpretations of atonement and its impact on societal guilt.
  • Concluded with plans for future discussions on related topics.
December 12, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 89–זבחים פט
Class description

Zevachim 89a and Zevachim 89b,

 

The meeting focused on the principles of prioritizing various types of sacrificial offerings in Jewish tradition, emphasizing their frequency, significance, and the intricate rules governing them.

  • The meeting discusses the principle of prioritizing more frequent offerings over less frequent ones.
  • Daily sacrifices take precedence over special holiday sacrifices in Jewish tradition.
  • The discussion references various types of offerings and their respective frequencies and sanctity.
  • The concept of “Kedushah” relates to the intricacy and rules surrounding different offerings.
  • Discussed principles of precedence in offerings, emphasizing that certain sacrifices take priority over others.
  • Explained the significance of blood offerings and their role in reconnection with God.
  • Noted that the intricacy of rules impacts the importance and order of sacrifices.
  • Highlighted distinctions between different types of offerings, such as Hatat and Ola, regarding their precedence.
  • Addressed the ambiguity in determining which sacrifices take precedence when multiple offerings are involved.
  • Discussed the invalidation of sacrifices if parts are removed before blood is sprinkled.
  • Explored the relationship between blood and innards in sacrificial offerings.
  • Highlighted differing opinions on the status of meat from sacrifices taken outside the Azara.
December 13, 2025 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 90-זבחים צ
Class description

Zevachim 90a and Zevachim 90b,

The meeting focused on the validity and precedence of various offerings in sacrificial practices, particularly regarding the significance of blood sprinkling and differing interpretations of sacrificial laws.

  • The meeting discussed Ravina Barceyla’s views on the validity of offerings after leaving the Azara.
  • Debate centered on whether certain offerings remain valid if they exit before blood is sprinkled.
  • Two perspectives emerged regarding the timing and status of offerings during sacrificial processes.
  • The importance of blood sprinkling was emphasized for determining validity in sacrificial practices.
  • Different offerings, such as bird and flower offerings, were compared in terms of precedence and significance.
  • The conversation included various interpretations of sacrificial laws based on specific contexts and types of offerings.
  • Discussed precedence of various offerings, including animal and bird sacrifices.
  • Explained differing opinions on which offerings take priority in specific scenarios.
  • Highlighted the importance of maintaining respectful treatment of offerings during rituals.
December 14, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 91–זבחים צא
Class description

Zevachim 91a and Zevachim 91b

The meeting focused on the significance, order, and nuances of sacrifices and offerings in religious practice, including their procedures and implications.

  • Discussed the importance of sacrifices and their order in religious practice.
  • Explored the concept of Teddier (regular) versus Mcgudash (sanctified) in offerings.
  • Clarified that daily sacrifices often take precedence over additional holiday sacrifices.
  • Emphasized that special days affect both regular and additional sacrifices.
  • Noted the frequency of certain offerings, such as Shlumin, compared to others like Asham.
  • Highlighted that the context influences the interpretation of sacrifice precedence.
  • Addressed nuances in offering procedures during specific occasions.
  • Discussed the implications of wine and oil libations in offerings.
  • Clarified the connection between wine, oil, and their respective offerings.
  • Explored differing opinions on the minimum quantities for voluntary offerings.
  • Examined the debate around extinguishing fire when pouring wine or oil.
December 15, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 92–זבחים צב
Class description

Zevachim 92a and Zevachim 92b,

The meeting focused on the proper handling and ritual implications of wine and various sin offerings, including blood management and garment cleanliness in sacred contexts.

  • Meeting discussed wine libations and their proper handling during rituals.
  • Participants debated the implications of pouring wine on fire regarding liability.
  • Clarified different views on extinguishing fire and related actions in ritual contexts.
  • Addressed the requirement for washing garments stained with sacrificial blood before removal from sacred areas.
  • Explained distinctions between animal sin offerings and bird sin offerings in terms of ritual handling.
  • Final discussions focused on rules governing various types of sin offerings and their treatment in rituals.
  • Discussed the significance of blood sprinkling in sacrificial offerings.
  • Clarified distinctions between internal and external sacrifices.
  • Examined the implications of bringing bird offerings into sacred spaces.
  • Considered the validity of blood collected from bird offerings in containers.
  • Analyzed requirements for washing garments after contact with sacrificial blood.
December 16, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 93–זבחים צג
Class description

Zevachim 93a and Zevachim 93b,

The meeting focused on the laws regarding blood and clothing in relation to tumah, exploring various opinions and implications on washing requirements and handling practices.

  • Meeting discusses Seconda Ziva fame, focusing on blood and clothing laws.
  • Questions arise about blood sprinkled on tumah garments and washing requirements.
  • Blood must be tahor to require washing before leaving the AZR.
  • Debate centers on timing of blood becoming tumah versus when it lands on garments.
  • Rava and Abaya explore implications of different opinions regarding tumah status.
  • Clarification needed on whether simultaneous events change washing obligations.
  • Discussion includes relevance of Paraduma water laws to the blood issue.
  • The missioner sprinkles blood during a specific process, indicating its validity until completed.
  • Blood on the finger can be used for sprinkling if not from the original source.
  • Washing and handling of blood must occur in designated areas with specific rules for different offerings.
December 17, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 94–זבחים צד
Class description

Zevachim 94a and Zevachim 94b,

The meeting focused on the implications of ritual laws regarding purity, particularly in relation to clothing and leather, while also acknowledging Hanukkah.

  • Meeting begins with casual greetings and weather discussions.
  • Acknowledgment of the significance of the day, Hanukkah.
  • Discussion on practical implications of ritual laws regarding blood on clothing.
  • Debate on whether animal hides require washing before use after being skinned.
  • Clarification of terms related to susceptibility to ritual impurity (tumah).
  • Differing opinions on the treatment of leather in relation to washing and laundering.
  • Discussed the concept of discharges and their implications in various contexts.
  • Explored the significance of clothing in relation to ritual purity and laundering practices.
  • Addressed the complexities surrounding washing leather items on holidays.
  • Highlighted the importance of proper procedures when dealing with ritual items and impurities.
  • Mentioned historical practices regarding women’s immersion in water for conversion.
December 18, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 95–זבחים צה
Class description

Zevachim 95a and Zevachim 95b,

The meeting focused on the study of religious texts related to ritual purity and the treatment of garments, including discussions on cooking practices and kosher guidelines.

  • Participants engaged in casual greetings and discussions about weather in Israel and America.
  • The meeting transitioned to a study session on religious texts, focusing on specific teachings.
  • Discussion centered on the treatment of garments with blood stains and their status regarding ritual purity.
  • Participants explored the implications of tearing or breaking items to remove their impurity status.
  • Various methods for cleaning garments were examined, including the use of specific substances.
  • Clarifications were made regarding the definitions and implications of cooking versus pouring hot liquids in ritual contexts.
  • Discussed the implications of cooking in ovens lined with animal fats.
  • Clarified concerns about mixing dairy and meat products in baking.
  • Evaluated differing opinions on the kosher status of certain breads.
  • Highlighted a humorous anecdote about a supervisor’s decision regarding dairy ingredients.
December 19, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 96–זבחים צו
Class description

Zevachim 96a and Zevachim 96b,

The meeting focused on the complexities of kosher laws and practices, particularly regarding ovens and utensils, while exploring interpretations of rabbinic texts and personal experiences in religious education.

  • Meeting discussed the complexities of kosher laws regarding ovens and utensils.
  • Rainy weather prompted reflections on forecasting accuracy.
  • Participants debated the kashering process for clay versus metal ovens.
  • The conversation included interpretations of rabbinic texts on absorption and cooking.
  • Questions arose about the necessity of breaking clay items versus melting them down.
  • Participants explored implications for contemporary kosher practices involving clay items.
  • Discussions highlighted the balance between knowledge acquisition and understanding in learning.
  • Discuss differences between hot and cold water usage in rituals.
  • Highlight the importance of understanding ritual requirements for Truma and other offerings.
  • Share personal experiences regarding learning and teaching methods in religious studies.
December 20, 2025 11:15 am - 1:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 97-זבחים צז
Class description

Zevachim 97a and Zevachium 97b,

The meeting focused on the proper cleaning and handling of sacrificial vessels, discussing various religious laws, obligations, and interpretations related to sacrifices.

  • Discussed the need for thorough cleaning of vessels used for sacrifices.
  • Explained the difference between Marika (inside washing) and Stefa (outside washing).
  • Reviewed various opinions on whether hot or cold water is required for cleaning.
  • Clarified that absorbed flavors from permissible items do not require stringent cleaning.
  • Noted that holiday rules affect the timing of cleaning requirements for sacrificial vessels.
  • Emphasized the importance of proper handling to avoid contamination in sacrificial offerings.
  • Discuss the relationship between obligations and prohibitions in religious law.
  • Explore the implications of specific prohibitions, such as breaking bones during sacrifices.
  • Examine how obligations can override prohibitions in certain contexts, particularly in the Betamikdash.
  • Analyze various interpretations of scriptural verses related to sacrifices and their requirements.
December 21, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 98–זבחים צח
Class description

Zevachim 98a and Zevachim 98b,

The meeting focused on the transition of a project while exploring interpretations and implications of sacrificial laws and offerings.

  • The meeting discusses the upcoming transition in a project, emphasizing its differences and similarities.
  • Participants reflect on the significance of specific verses and their implications for sacrificial laws.
  • The discussion includes interpretations of offerings, particularly sin and guilt offerings, and their absorption properties.
  • Participants analyze how different sacrifices relate to one another in terms of rules and teachings.
  • The conversation touches on the conditions under which certain offerings can be used or repurposed.
  • Questions arise regarding the implications of blood from sacrifices on garments and their required treatment.
  • The group explores various interpretations of ritual purity related to clothing stained by sacrificial blood.
  • Discussed the division of sacrifices and eligibility for shares among participants.
  • Explained rules regarding individuals with special statuses affecting their participation in offerings.
  • Shared a personal story related to housing and sublet experiences.
December 22, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 99–זבחים צט
Class description

Zevachim 99a and Zevachim 99b,

The meeting covered topics ranging from media transcription excitement to detailed discussions on biblical teachings about sacrifices, ritual purity, and the implications of mourning on participation.

  • Meeting discussed the excitement of media transcription and summarization.
  • The session transitioned to a review of biblical teachings related to sacrifices.
  • Clarifications were made regarding eligibility for receiving shares of sacrifices based on fitness for service.
  • Discussion included the implications of being in a state of mourning on participation in sacrificial practices.
  • The conversation highlighted distinctions between various types of ritual purity and their effects on sacrificial eligibility.
  • Discussed the symbolism of a basket and shovel in relation to attention and awareness.
  • Explored the implications of ritual purity concerning utensils and food transmission.
  • Clarified that rabbinic laws regarding eating truma differ from touching it.
  • Examined the status of an “onin” (mourner) concerning sacrificial offerings during specific times.
  • Addressed complexities around various sacrifices and their eligibility based on mourning status.
December 23, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 100-זבחים ק
Class description

Zevachim 100a and Zevachim 100b,

The meeting focused on the nuances of mourning (Aninut) after a loss, particularly its implications for participating in sacrifices and differing interpretations of mourning practices among various scholars.

  • The meeting discusses the status of mourning (Aninut) after losing a close relative.
  • Different perspectives on mourning’s impact on eating sacrifices are explored.
  • Rashi’s explanations clarify the timing of death and burial concerning Aninut.
  • Key distinctions arise between deaths before and after noon on specific dates.
  • The conversation includes interpretations from various scholars, including Rabbi Shimon and Rabbi Akiva.
  • The implications for participating in sacrifices during mourning are debated throughout.
  • Discussed the implications of burial timing on mourning practices and their relation to eating korbanot.
  • Explored different interpretations of when mourning status applies, particularly regarding day and night.
  • Analyzed conflicting teachings about the duration of mourning and its effects on ritual participation.
  • Clarified that the first day of mourning is universally recognized, with debate over its application at night.
December 24, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 101–זבחים קא
Class description

Zevachim 101a and Zevachim 101b,

The meeting focused on the significance of priestly duties, sacrificial laws, and interpretations related to mourning in the context of Nadav and Avihu’s deaths during the dedication ceremony.

  • The meeting discusses the significance of specific verses related to priestly duties and offerings.
  • Participants analyze the incident involving Nadav and Avihu’s deaths during the dedication ceremony.
  • The conversation centers on the concept of aninut (mourning) and its implications for eating offerings.
  • Different opinions arise regarding whether mourners can eat certain sacrifices, leading to a debate on interpretations.
  • Moshe acknowledges the logic presented by Aaron regarding their actions during mourning.
  • The discussion highlights discrepancies in understanding sacrificial laws and their application to unique situations.
  • Discussed the significance of sacrifices during the dedication of Michgan.
  • Clarified why only one sacrifice was burned instead of all three.
  • Explored the roles and responsibilities of Kohanim in relation to sacrifices.
  • Analyzed the historical context of Moshe’s priestly functions during temple dedication.
  • Addressed interpretations surrounding the legitimacy of offerings and priestly status.
December 25, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 102–זבחים קב
Class description

Zevachim 102a and Zevachim 102b,

 

The meeting focused on various religious and societal issues, including the status of individuals in relation to sacrifices and authority, while planning for future discussions.

  • Discussed the status of Mostera Veno as a coating or not.
  • Explored Miriam’s situation regarding her mid so rat status.
  • Addressed the role of relatives in judging each other.
  • Highlighted the importance of qualified individuals in declaring Sarad.
  • Examined various opinions on Mosha’s priestly status and kingship.
  • Emphasized respect for authority and its societal implications.
  • The discussion focuses on interpretations of verses related to sacrifices and the rights of priests.
  • Clarifications are made about who can eat sacrificial offerings, including those with physical issues.
  • Various examples illustrate the inclusion of individuals with temporary and permanent physical issues in sacrificial rites.
  • The conversation explores the implications of being fit for service in relation to receiving shares of offerings.
  • The meeting concludes with reminders about upcoming study sessions and topics for future discussions.
December 26, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 103–זבחים קג
Class description

Zevachim 103a and Zevachim 103b,

The meeting focused on the rules and interpretations regarding the distribution of hides from various sacrifices in Jewish law, highlighting distinctions between communal and individual offerings.

  • The meeting discusses various sacrifices and their associated hides in the context of Jewish law.
  • The mission outlines rules about who receives the hides from different types of sacrifices.
  • Certain sacrifices, like the ola (burnt offering), do not allow priests to receive hides if invalid.
  • Valid sacrifices yield hides for priests, even if they lack desired effects for the owners.
  • Distinctions exist between communal and individual offerings regarding hide ownership.
  • The discussion includes interpretations of scriptural verses related to sacrifices and their validity.
  • Various opinions emerge on how specific cases affect the distribution of hides among priests.
  • Discussed different interpretations of sacrifice procedures and their implications on hides and offerings.
  • Clarified that the status of hides depends on whether the animal was skinned before or after issues arose.
  • Highlighted disagreements between opinions on the handling of sacrifices and their associated hides.
December 27, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 104-זבחים קד
Class description

Zevachim 104a and Zevachim 104b,

The meeting focused on the laws of sacrifices, particularly the status of hides and meat quality, along with the implications of improper handling and the requirements for repeating sacrifices.

  • The meeting discusses the laws regarding sacrifices and the status of hides in relation to meat quality.
  • A distinction is made between sacrifices with issues before and after skinning.
  • Rabbi Akiva asserts that hides can still be valid even if the meat is found problematic post-skinning.
  • Rabbi Canina suggests that once skinned, issues with meat do not affect the hide’s status.
  • The group debates whether blood thrown on the altar affects the hide’s permissibility independently of the meat.
  • The discussion references various opinions on when hides can be considered valid based on sacrificial laws.
  • Discussed three burning locations for sacrifices that go wrong in the courtyard of the Bet HaMikdash.
  • Explored differing opinions on when and where to burn invalidated sacrifices based on various teachings.
  • Clarified that improper handling of sacrifices does not necessarily require a guilt offering from the Cohen.
  • Addressed conditions under which owners must repeat sacrifices if mistakes occur during the offering process.
December 28, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 105–זבחים קה
Class description

Zevachim 105a and Zevachim 105b,

The meeting focused on the complexities of ritual laws, particularly regarding animal sacrifices, clothing status, and community responsibilities.

  • Meeting discusses the implications of delayed travel and learning together in person.
  • Key focus on the second line of a specific text related to ritual laws.
  • Debate centers on the involvement of people and animals in ritual contexts.
  • Questions arise about the status of clothing based on actions taken with animals.
  • Discussion includes various interpretations of Tuma (ritual impurity) related to animal sacrifices.
  • Different opinions emerge regarding when clothing becomes Tame (impure) during rituals.
  • The conversation explores complexities surrounding ritual actions and their consequences.
  • Discussed the significance of sacrifices and their required locations for burning.
  • Explored verses from Vayikra regarding the handling of ashes and their disposal.
  • Analyzed interpretations of community roles and responsibilities in sacrificial practices.
December 29, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 106-זבחים קו
Class description

Zevachim 106a and Zevachim 106b,

The meeting marked six years of learning and discussed the intricacies of sacrificial practices, including interpretations, prohibitions, and their implications within Torah law.

  • Discussions focused on the process and implications of burning sacrificial animals.
  • Opinions varied on when clothing becomes Tummey during the burning process.
  • The location for burning sacrifices must be to the north of Jerusalem.
  • The group explored underlying concepts in sacrificial practices and their interpretations.
  • Participants noted the importance of fluency in reading for deeper understanding of complex ideas.
  • Discussed the Torah’s prohibition against offering sacrifices outside the designated area.
  • Highlighted the dual nature of prohibitions and punishments in Torah law.
  • Explored logical reasoning versus traditional interpretations in deriving prohibitions.
  • Examined various examples of prohibitions and their implications for sacrificial practices.
  • Addressed the significance of verses connecting different laws within the Torah.
December 30, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 107–זבחים קז
Class description

Zevachim 107a and Zevachim 107b,

The meeting focused on the complexities of sacrificial laws, prohibitions, and interpretations related to animal sacrifices and their procedures.

  • Discussed prohibitions related to animal sacrifices outside the designated courtyard.
  • Analyzed verses linking the slaughtering process and offering meat to the altar.
  • Explored different interpretations of textual versions regarding sacrificial laws.
  • Examined connections between various prohibitions and their corresponding punishments.
  • Clarified distinctions between actions performed inside versus outside the altar area.
  • Highlighted differing views from Rava and Rabbi Akiva on sacrificial procedures.
  • Discussed the relationship between slaughtering and offerings in the context of prohibitions.
  • Explored the implications of actions taken inside versus outside the camp.
  • Analyzed different interpretations regarding liabilities for sacrificial actions.
  • Emphasized the importance of recognizing warning signs in various contexts.
  • Noted the significance of fasting as a reminder to remain alert to potential issues.
December 31, 2025 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 108–זבחים קח
Class description

Zevachim 108a and Zevachim 108b,

 

The meeting focused on the progress and complexities of sacrificial laws, including interpretations, validity, and the implications of actions taken inappropriately.

  • The meeting discusses the progress of studying the current text, nearing completion in under two weeks.
  • Key debate centers on prohibitions regarding slaughtering and offering sacrifices outside the designated area.
  • Different interpretations arise about whether bones and salt contribute to the sacrificial offering’s validity.
  • The discussion highlights distinctions between various opinions on sacrificial offerings and their validity.
  • Participants explore the implications of actions taken with sacrifices, particularly when performed incorrectly or outside designated areas.
  • The meeting concludes with unresolved questions about interpretations of sacrificial laws and their consequences.
  • Discussed liability for actions taken unwittingly or under misleading circumstances.
  • Examined the implications of offering sacrifices with incorrect intentions.
  • Clarified that individual actions determine liability, regardless of intent.
  • Analyzed debates on the nature of offerings and their requirements.
  • Explored the significance of private altars versus public altars in sacrificial practices.
January 1, 2026 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 109–זבחים קט
Class description

Zevachim 109a and Zevachim 109b,

The meeting focused on the intricacies of sacrificial laws, emphasizing the validity and handling of offerings, particularly in relation to designated areas and Yom Kippur.

  • Meeting starts early due to a legal holiday in the U.S., maintaining a consistent schedule.
  • Discussion centers on new mission and evolving ideas related to sacrifices and their validity.
  • Different levels of invalidation for sacrifices are emphasized, affecting their status and liability.
  • Prohibition against offering sacrifices outside the designated area is reiterated, regardless of their validity.
  • Examples provided illustrate various scenarios where invalid offerings still retain sacrificial status.
  • Clarification on combining different types of sacrifices for offerings and their implications discussed.
  • The importance of understanding sacrificial laws and their nuances highlighted throughout the meeting.
  • The debate centers on the service of Yom Kippur and the handling of offerings.
  • Opinions differ on the liability for offerings made outside the holy space.
January 2, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 110–זבחים קי
Class description

Zevachim 110a and Zevachim 110b,

The meeting focused on upcoming changes for a learning session and debated the halachic implications of sacrificial offerings and their procedures.

  • The meeting discusses upcoming changes and new slides for next week’s learning session.
  • Participants engage in a debate regarding the rules of sacrificial offerings.
  • Opinions differ on whether combining offerings affects their halachic status.
  • The discussion includes scenarios about offering amounts and their implications for liability.
  • Various interpretations of rabbinic teachings are presented regarding sacrificial procedures.
  • The significance of each part of the offering process is questioned in relation to halachic violations.
  • Discussed the significance of blood and water libations in offerings, emphasizing their individual meanings.
  • Agreed on the necessity to clarify the proper handling of leftover blood and water libations during sacrifices.
  • Examined differing opinions on required amounts for water libations and potential violations for improper practices.
January 3, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 111-זבחים קיא
Class description

Zevachim 111a and Zevachim 111b,

The meeting focused on the rules and debates surrounding libations, sacrifices, and their legal implications in different contexts.

  • The meeting discusses libations of water and wine in relation to sacrifices.
  • Three Lugan is the minimum amount for libating wine with sacrifices.
  • Opinions differ on whether libations outside the temple require sanctification.
  • Debate exists on the significance of wine above the lip of a container.
  • The discussion includes private altars and their relevance for libations.
  • Malika, the proper method for bird sacrifices, varies based on location.
  • Understanding of past practices informs current rules about sacrifices and libations.
  • Discussed the validity of sacrifices made inside versus outside the courtyard.
  • Explored different opinions on how offerings are affected by their location.
  • Clarified implications of blood offerings in various containers and their legal status.
January 4, 2026 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 112-זבחים קיב
Class description

Zevachim 112a and Zevachim 112b,

The meeting focused on sacrificial laws and offerings in honor of Dr. Chuck Feldman, celebrating the group’s progress in their learning journey.

  • Webishiva dedicates this week’s learning to Dr. Chuck Feldman, honoring his memory through study.
  • The group celebrates completing over 80% of their six-year learning journey on the Jewish calendar.
  • The discussion focuses on sacrificial laws regarding offerings made inside versus outside the courtyard.
  • Participants analyze opinions on blood offerings and their implications based on location of sacrifice.
  • The session includes analogies to clarify concepts related to the validity of sacrifices and their locations.
  • Upcoming lessons will transition to new chapters, continuing the exploration of sacrificial laws and practices.
  • Non-priestly services outside the temple do not incur the death penalty.
  • Prior to the temple, Jews could offer sacrifices anywhere.
  • The temple’s establishment restricted sacrifices to designated locations.
  • Offerings had varying rules depending on their type and location.
  • Personal altars remain permissible under certain conditions.
January 5, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 113–זבחים קיב
Class description

Zevachim 113a and Zevachim 113b,

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January 6, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 114–זבחים קיד
Class description

Zevachim 114a and Zevachim 114b,

The meeting focused on the complexities of animal sacrifices in Talmudic study, honoring contributions to learning and discussing eligibility criteria and interpretations of biblical laws.

  • The meeting discusses the conclusion of a cycle in the study of Talmud.
  • Participants honor Shashan and Andrew Giller for their support of learning.
  • The discussion centers on animal sacrifices and their eligibility for offerings.
  • Temporary physical issues in animals can affect their status as sacrifices.
  • Rabbi Shimon provides different examples regarding eligibility based on physical conditions.
  • The conversation explores interpretations of biblical verses related to sacrifice prohibitions.
  • The group examines differing opinions on offering sacrifices outside designated areas.
  • Discussed the complexities of sacrificial offerings and their requirements in various conditions.
  • Clarified the distinction between valid and invalid offerings based on intention and timing.
  • Addressed the inclusion of specific cases, such as Zava and Mitzora, in mission documentation.
January 7, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 115–זבחים קטו
Class description

Zevachim 115a and Zevachim 115b,

The meeting focused on interpretations of sacrificial laws and their historical context, honoring Dr. Chuck Feldman Zhall through dedicated learning and discussions on the significance of proper worship practices.

  • The meeting honors the memory of Dr. Chuck Feldman Zhall through dedicated learning.
  • Discussions focus on interpretations of sacrificial laws, particularly regarding guilt offerings.
  • Key claims include liability for offerings made outside the temple under certain conditions.
  • The validity of sacrifices depends on the intention and timing of the offering.
  • Various interpretations from different sources are debated to clarify sacrificial rules.
  • The discussion centers on the historical context of animal offerings before and after the Temple’s construction.
  • Debates arise regarding the service of firstborns and their removal from sacrificial duties.
  • The importance of approaching God with both joy and reverence is emphasized.
  • Consequences for improper actions highlight the seriousness of divine service and worship.
  • The conversation reflects on how past practices inform current understanding and relevance in worship.
January 8, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 116–זבחים קטז
Class description

Zevachim 116a and Zevachim 116b,

The meeting focused on the significance of religious practices and interpretations related to sacrifices in Judaism, honoring Dr. Chuck Beldman while discussing challenges in language learning and biblical themes.

  • The meeting honors the memory of Dr. Chuck Beldman during Daff Yomi learning sessions.
  • Participants discuss challenges in learning a foreign language related to the text.
  • The group approaches the conclusion of Zivaka, emphasizing the importance of recent discussions.
  • Discussions focus on animal sacrifices and their physical requirements in religious practices.
  • The conversation includes interpretations of biblical verses concerning offerings before and after receiving the Torah.
  • Non-Jewish leaders express fear and recognition of God’s power during significant biblical events.
  • The meeting discussed the impact of the Israelites’ miracles on their enemies’ morale.
  • Rakhav, a skilled prostitute, recognized the fear of the Israelites among local kings.
  • The conversation included interpretations of biblical verses regarding sacrifices and offerings.
  • Non-Jews can offer sacrifices outside the temple, while Jews are restricted to designated locations.
  • Rakhav’s transformation from a prostitute to a respected figure illustrates redemption and acceptance in Judaism.
  • The discussion highlighted distinctions between Jewish and non-Jewish practices regarding sacrificial offerings.
January 9, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 117–זבחים קיז
Class description

Zevachim 117a and Zevachim 117b,

The meeting at Webishiva focused on discussing sacrificial practices and their historical context in memory of Chuck.

  • The meeting focuses on a week of learning at Webishiva in memory of Chuck.
  • Discussions revolve around the permissibility of sacrifices before the pandemic-era Temple.
  • Historical context is emphasized to understand current practices and laws.
  • Different types of people with specific exclusions from sacrificial areas are identified.
  • The roles of Levites and their unique status in relation to sacrifices are examined.
  • Various opinions on voluntary and obligatory sacrifices are debated among participants.
  • The significance of central worship locations for sacrificial practices is highlighted.
  • Discussed the differences between private and central altars for sacrificial offerings.
  • Explored the obligations of communal versus individual sacrifices during transitional periods.
  • Emphasized the link between sacrificial practices and their significance in relation to sacred spaces.
January 10, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 118–זבחים קיח
Class description

Zevachim 118a and Zevachim 118b,

The meeting focused on the implications of sacrificial practices and community actions in Jewish tradition, discussing interpretations, historical contexts, and scriptural references.

  • The meeting discusses the last pre-take staff of the current cycle.
  • Participants debate the implications of community actions in Michigan versus Bamote.
  • The discussion involves interpretations of sacrificial offerings and their requirements.
  • A distinction exists between voluntary and obligatory sacrifices in communal settings.
  • Opinions vary on whether certain offerings can be made outside designated altars.
  • The conversation references scriptural sources to support different viewpoints on sacrifices.
  • The meeting highlights the significance of location in sacrificial practices and community rituals.
  • Discussed the historical timeline of the Mishkan and its significance in Jewish tradition.
  • Analyzed the duration of the Mishkan’s presence in various locations, including Shiloh and Gilgal.
  • Explored calculations related to the First Temple’s construction and its historical context.
  • Mentioned key figures and events influencing the timeline of Jewish history, including King David and Eli.
January 11, 2026 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 119-זבחים קיט
Class description

Zevachim 119a and Zevachim 119b,

The meeting explored the historical significance and complexities of sacrificial practices, particularly the transition from Sheillo to Jerusalem, emphasizing individual choice and communal obligations.

  • The meeting discusses the significance of Parshad Varera and its historical context.
  • Participants analyze the transition from Sheillo to Jerusalem regarding sacrificial practices.
  • Rashi’s interpretations highlight the disconnect between the Ark and the altar during certain periods.
  • The discussion includes various opinions on sacrificial obligations in different locations.
  • The concept of private bummode emphasizes individual choice over communal obligations before reaching Jerusalem.
  • The meeting addresses differing views on when sacrifices are permissible based on historical contexts.
  • Discussed differences between private altars and the central altar for sacrifices.
  • Emphasized the significance of offerings being before God in a communal setting.
  • Highlighted the complexities of sacrifice practices and their motivations beyond spiritual connection.
January 12, 2026 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Daf Yomi Zevachim: Zevachim 120–זבחים קכ
Class description

Zevachim 120a and Zevachim 120b,

The meeting focused on the complexities and significance of sacrificial offerings, emphasizing the importance of proper procedures and continued study of Torah.

  • The meeting discusses the final day of a learning series on sacrificial offerings.
  • Different rules apply to private and public altars regarding sacrifices.
  • Questions arise about the validity of sacrifices when moved between altars.
  • The discussion references historical debates among scholars on sacrificial practices.
  • The significance of proper procedures in sacrificial offerings is emphasized.
  • Participants reflect on the complexity and challenges of understanding sacrificial laws.
  • The group plans to revisit discussions later to deepen understanding of their experiences and teachings.
  • Participants emphasize the importance of studying Torah and taking pride in their learning and accomplishment

Rabbi Dr. Gidon Rothstein has semicha from YU (RIETS) and a PhD from Harvard. He has worked in shul rabbinate, high school and adult education. He is the author of both fiction and non-fiction, most recently "As If We Were There: Readings for a Transformative Passover Experience". He lives in Riverdale, NY.