Today's Mishnah Yomi
Sanhedrin 6:6 - 7:1
The Mishnah Yomi for Sunday, January 5, 2025 is Sanhedrin 6:6 - 7:1
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Sanhedrin Perek 6 Mishnah 6
סנהדרין פרק ו׳ משנה ו׳
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נתעכל הבשר. כבר נתכפר לו במיתתו ובבזיונו:
מלקטין את העצמות. וקוברים אותן בקברות אבותן:
ולא היו מתאבלים. כדי שיהא בזיונן כפרה להם. ואית דאמרי, לפי שהאבלות חלה משיסתם הגולל, ובאותה שעה אין מתאבלים עליהם שלא נגמרה כפרתן עד שיתעכל הבשר, והואיל ואדחי האבלות אדחי:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Sanhedrin Perek 7 Mishnah 1
סנהדרין פרק ז׳ משנה א׳
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ארבע מיתות. סקילה שריפה הרג וחנק – stoning is more severe than burning and both of them [are more severe] than decapitation and the three of them [are more severe] than execution by strangulation. And we derive from it that he who is liable for two death [penalties], we establish that he is judged by the more severe [of the two].
רבי שמעון אומר וכו' – but Halakah is not according to Rabbi Shimon.
זו מצות הנסקלין – this is explained in the above chapter (i.e., Chapter six, Mishnah four).
ארבע מיתות. סקילה שרפה הרג וחנק. סקילה חמורה משרפה, ושתיהן מהרג, ושלשתן מחנק. ונפקא מינה למי שנתחייב שתי מיתות, דקיימא לן דנדון בחמורה:
רבי שמעון אומר וכו׳ ואין הלכה כר׳ שמעון:
זו מצות הנסקלין. הא דפרישנא בפרקין דלעיל:
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.
נתעכל הבשר – he already was pardoned by his death and his disgrace.
מלקטין את העצמות – and bury them in the graves of their ancestors.
ולא היו מתאבלים – in order that their disgrace is atonement for them. And there are those who say: because the mourning devolves upon whomever closes the tomb with the stone placed on top of a burial cave.