Today's Mishnah Yomi
Zavim 5:7 - 5:8
The Mishnah Yomi for Wednesday, August 11, 2027 is Zavim 5:7 - 5:8
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Zavim Perek 5 Mishnah 7
זבים פרק ה׳ משנה ז׳
Bartenura
ואחד המסיט. המזיז אותך ממקומך אע״פ שאינו, לא נוגע ולא נושא:
רבי אליעזר אומר אף הנושא. והוא שנושא קאמר, כלומר אין המסיט טמא אלא אם כן נושא, שהן למעלה והמסיט למטה. ואין הלכה כר׳ אליעזר:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Zavim Perek 5 Mishnah 8
זבים פרק ה׳ משנה ח׳
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הנושא את המרכב (he who carries the saddle/riding seat) – in carrying the riding seat, it is written (Leviticus 15:9-10): “[Any means for riding that one with a discharge has mounted shall be impure; whoever touches anything that was under him shall be impure until evening;] and whoever carries such things shall wash his clothes, [bathe in water and remain impure until evening],” but not touching/coming into contact with it. But the person who touches it is not other than a mere first degree of ritual impurity.
הנושא את הנבילה – that is he moves/shakes it, for carrying without shaking/moving, that person is ritually pure, as we have explained above (see Tractate Zavim, Chapter 5, Mishnah 3:"כל הנושא ונישא על הנבילה – טהור חוץ מן מסיט"/”Whatever carries or is carried on top of a carrion is clean, except for him who shifts/shakes it.” And one who also touches a carrion even though it is ritually impure, since it does not defile clothing, it does not defile two removes (i.e., makes things first degree of ritual impurity and makes non-holy produce second degree of ritual impurity) nor invalidate/make unfit one (i.e., priest’s due/heave offering becomes unfit as it is made third-degree of ritual impurity), it is not other than merely first degree of ritual impurity and it defiles one (i.e., making non-holy produce second-degree of ritual impurity) and invalidates one (i..e, making priest’s due/heave-offering third degree of ritual impurity).
מי חטאת שיש בהן כדי הזייה – they defile clothing through carrying but not through touching/contact.
הנושא את המרכב. בנושא את המרכב כתיב כיבוס בגדים, ולא בנוגע. ואין נוגע אלא ראשון בעלמא:
הנושא את הנבלה. היינו מסיט, דנושא בלא מסיט, טהור כדפרישית לעיל. ונוגע נמי בנבלה, אע״פ שהוא טמא, כיון דלא מטמא בגדים אינו מטמא שנים ופוסל אחד, דאינו אלא ראשון בעלמא ומטמא אחד ופוסל אחד:
מי חטאת שיש בהן כדי הזייה. מטמאין בגדים במשא אבל לא במגע:
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.
ואחד המסיט – who moves/shakes her from her place even though he doesn’t touch or carry [her].
רבי אליעזר אומר אף הנושא – and it speaks of one who carries, meaning to say, that the person who moves/shakes is not ritually impure unless he carries it, that they are above and the person doing the moving/shaking is below. But the Halakha is not according to Rabbi Eliezer.