Parasha Emor – Year 2 – First Month Moedim.
Shabbat Shalom, Nazarene family.
This week we will study the parasha Emor, portion of year 2, we will see that Yahweh teaches the people of Israel to offer the best in sacrifices and to celebrate His appointed feasts. The offerings must be perfect, without defects, because they show respect to Elohim. We will also read about important feasts such as Pesach (Passover), which remind us that Yahweh delivered us from Egypt. In addition, we will learn about caring for the poor and needy by leaving part of the harvest for them. These laws teach them to be obedient, grateful and generous with others.
Vayiqra (Leviticus) 23:1-2
1 And Yahweh spoke to Moshe [Moses], saying,
2 “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘The feasts of Yahweh, which you shall proclaim to be set-apart convocations, these are My feasts.
This week corresponds to the reading of the texts (in bold):
- Vayiqra (Leviticus) 21:1-22:16 / 22:17-23:22 / 23:23-24:23
- Yehezqel (Ezekiel) 44:1-8 / 44:9-18 / 44:19-31
- Luqa (Luke) 11:1-36 / 11:37-12:21 / 12:22-59
Summary of the weekly study, Year two:
Vayiqra (Leviticus) 22:17-23:22
In these verses, Elohim instructs the Israelites on how they should properly make their offerings, emphasizing that they should present animals without blemish. This reflects the respect and honor they should have in approaching Yahweh. Next, several sacred feasts are described, such as Pesach (Passover) and the Feast of First Fruits, which celebrate key moments in Israel’s history. These celebrations serve to remember the deliverance from Egypt and the blessings of Elohim. They are also taught to share their crops with the poor and strangers, encouraging generosity and care for those in need.
Yehezqel (Ezekiel) 44:9-18
In these verses, Yahweh gives instructions on who may serve in His temple. Foreigners, or those who are not of the people of Israel, are not allowed to serve in the sanctuary. Only the Levites, a special tribe, may do so, but even they face consequences for having turned away from Elohim in the past. They are allowed to take care of menial tasks in the temple, but not to go near the set-apart things. In contrast, priests descended from Zadok, who remained faithful to Yahweh, have the privilege of ministering before Him. These laws teach us about the importance of purity, faithfulness and reverence towards Elohim.
Luqa (Luke) 11:37-12:21
In these verses, Yeshua criticizes the hypocrisy of the Pharisees and teachers of the law, who focus on outward appearances but neglect the righteousness and love of Yahweh. He teaches them that it is not only important to follow the rules, but to have a sincere heart. Yeshua also warns against greed, narrating the parable of the rich man who accumulated goods without thinking about his spiritual life. He reminds them that life is not about possessions, but about being prepared for Elohim’s judgment. The teaching shows us the importance of authenticity, justice and focus on the eternal.
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Enjoy this fun activity with the whole family. Inside you will find development questions for the three weekly sections (Torah, Haftarah and Brit Chadashah). While the older ones discuss the questions and their answers, the younger ones can color the picture related to the teaching, solve a maze, find the 7 differences and much more. We encourage you to do it week by week and instill in your children the habit of studying Yahweh’s word as a family.
We hope you and especially your sons and daughters enjoy this effort. For it is through the study of the Scriptures that we can come to understand the love and care that Yahweh has always had for us. And also to perceive that He has been taking care of even the smallest detail, so that we can take care and enjoy all that He gives us. That is why it is so important that our children learn and grow up knowing that they are loved by the Creator of all that exists.
Shalom
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