Today's Mishnah Yomi
Negaim 2:2 - 2:3
The Mishnah Yomi for Saturday, November 21, 2026 is Negaim 2:2 - 2:3
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Negaim Perek 2 Mishnah 2
נגעים פרק ב׳ משנה ב׳
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אין רואין את הנגעים בשחרית ובין הערבים וכו׳ דילפינן מקרא דכתיב לכל מראה עיני הכהן, מה כהן שחסר מאור עיניו אינו רואה את הנגעים. אף יום שחסר מאורו אין רואין בו את הנגעים:
רבי יהודה אומר בד׳ בה׳ כו׳ והלכה כר׳ יהודה:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Negaim Perek 2 Mishnah 3
נגעים פרק ב׳ משנה ג׳
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אין פותחין לו חלונות – as it is written (Leviticus 14:35): “Something like a plague has appeared [upon my house]”/"כנגע נראה לי [בבית]" – to me but not to my light (i.e., the Lord’s light), from here they (i.e., the Sages) said: In a dark house, they don’t open for him the windows.
אין פותחין, לו חלונות. דכתיב (ויקרא י״ד:ל״ה) כנגע נראה לי, לי ולא לנרי, מכאן אמרו בית אפל אין פותחין לו חלונות:
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.
אין רואין את הנגעים בשחרית ובין הערבים וכו' – that we derive it from Scripture, as it is written (Leviticus 13:12): “wherever the priest can see”/"לכל-מראה עיני הכהן" – what the Kohen who is lacking in his eye-sight that he cannot see the plagues, even a day which is lacking its light, we don’t see in him he plagues.
רבי יהודה אומר בד' בה' כו' – and the Halakha is according to Rabbi Yehuda.