Today's Mishnah Yomi
Rosh Hashanah 3:4 - 3:5
The Mishnah Yomi for Monday, August 21, 2023 is Rosh Hashanah 3:4 - 3:5
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Rosh Hashanah Perek 3 Mishnah 4
ראש השנה פרק ג׳ משנה ד׳
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בשל זכרים. אילים:
ושתי חצוצרות באמצע. שני שופרות היו להם אחד מכאן ואחד מכאן, וחצוצרות באמצע:
שמצות היום בחצוצרות. דסתם תענית על צרת צבור, וכתיב (במדבר י׳:ט׳) על הצר הצורר אתכם והרעותם בחצוצרות. ודוקא במקדש עושין כן, אבל בגבולים בזמן שיש שופר אין חצוצרות ובזמן שיש חצוצרות אין שופר, דכתיב (תהילים צ״ח:ו׳) בחצוצרות וקול שופר הריעו לפני המלך ה׳, לפני המלך ה׳ אין, שלא לפני המלך ה׳ לא:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Rosh Hashanah Perek 3 Mishnah 5
ראש השנה פרק ג׳ משנה ה׳
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שוה היובל לה"ה לתקיעה – With straight horns, for event though the Tekiah on the Jubilee [year] is not for prayer nor for remembrance, but rather as a sign to sending slaves [free] and the return of the fields to their owners, and even so, we it is required something like Rosh Hashanah, for we learn through an analogy from [the words] שביעי שביעי/seventh, seventh (see Leviticus 23:24: “…in the seventh month, on the first day of the month [you shall observe complete rest], a sacred occasion commemorated with loud blasts; and Leviticus 25:9: “Then you shall sound the horn loud, in the seventh month, on the tenth day of the month – the Day of Atonement – you shall have the horn sounded throughout your land.”) – that all of the soundings of he Shofar in the seventh month shall be similar one to another. Another commentary: לתקיעה – the number of Shofar sounds. ולברכות – to the number of blessings, that it is required to state Malkhuyot, Zikhronot and Shofarot on Yom Kippur of the Jubilee [year] just like on Rosh Hashanah.
רבי יהודה אומר וכו' – The Halakha is not like Rabbi Yehuda nor is it like the First Tanna, but the Halalkha, whether on Rosh Hashanah, whether on Yom Kippur of the Jubilee year, both are with [horns] from male [rams] that are bent.
שוה היובל לר״ה לתקיעה. בפשוטים. ואע״ג דתקיעה ביובל לא לתפלה ולא לזכרון אלא לסימן שילוח עבדים וחזרות שדות לבעליהן, אפילו הכי כעין ראש השנה בעי, דגמרינן בגזירה שוה משביעי שביעי, שיהיו כל תקיעות שבחדש השביעי שוות זו כזו. פ״א לתקיעה, למנין התקיעות. ולברכות, למנין הברכות. דבעי למימר מלכיות זכרונות ושופרות ביום הכיפורים של יובל כמו בראש השנה:
רבי יהודה אומר כו׳ ואין הלכה כרבי יהודה ולא כתנא קמא. אלא הלכה בין ראש השנה בין יום הכיפורים של יובל, שניהם בשל זכרים כפופים:
Mishnah Yomi FAQ
What is Mishnah Yomi?
Mishnah Yomi is a daily study program where participants study two mishnayot (individual teachings from the Mishnah) every day. By following this program, one can complete the entire Mishnah in about six years.
What is the Mishnah?
The Mishnah is the first major written collection of Jewish oral traditions, forming the basis of the Talmud. It dates back to around 200 CE and consists of teachings and discussions of Jewish law by various rabbis.
Who started the Mishnah Yomi program?
In 1934, the Kozoglover Gaon, Rav Aryeh Tzvi Frommer, who took over from Rav Meir Shapiro (the founder of Daf Yomi) as the head of Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin, initiated the Mishnah Yomi cycle, focusing on Seder Zeraim and Seder Taharos. After World War II, in 1947, Rav Yonah Sztencl, a disciple of Rav Frommer, expanded the program, advocating for a comprehensive study of Shishah Sidrei Mishnah. The idea of studying two Mishnayos daily gained the support of figures like Rav Isser Zalman Meltzer, the Tchebiner Rov, and the Gerer Rebbe, marking the formal inception of Mishnah Yomi.
How long does it take to complete the Mishnah with Mishnah Yomi?
Following the Mishnah Yomi program, one can complete the Mishnah in approximately six years.
Can anyone join Mishnah Yomi?
Yes, anyone interested in studying the Mishnah can start the Mishnah Yomi cycle. There’s no need for prior knowledge; beginners are welcome.
Do I need to know Hebrew to study Mishnah Yomi?
While the Mishnah is originally in Hebrew, there are numerous translations and commentaries available in various languages, making it accessible to anyone interested in studying.
Is there a specific time of day to study Mishnah Yomi?
There’s no designated time. Participants can choose a time that best fits their schedule.
Can I study Mishnah Yomi with a group?
Yes, many communities and synagogues organize group study sessions for Mishnah Yomi. Studying in a group can enhance understanding and foster camaraderie.
What if I miss a day?
If you miss a day, you can catch up by studying the missed mishnayot alongside the current day’s study or by dedicating some extra time until you’re back on track.
בשל זכרים – rams
ושתי חצוצרות באמצע – they had two Shofarot, one on the one side and one on the other and trumpets in the middle.
שמצות היום בחצוצרות- for a mere fast is for the troubles of the community, and it is written (Numbers 10:9): “[When you are at war in your land] against an aggressor who attacks you, you shall sound short blasts on the trumpets, [that you may be remembered before the LORD your God and delivered from your enemies],” and specifically in the Temple they do this, but in the country (i.e., outside of the Temple) at the time when there is a Shofar, there are no trumpets, and when there are trumpets, there is no Shofar, as it is written (Psalms 98:6): “With trumpets and the blast of the horn, raise a shout before the LORD, the King;” “Before the Lord, the King” – yes; but not before the LORD, the King, no.