Today's Mishnah Yomi
Demai 2:1 - 2:2
The Mishnah Yomi for Thursday, November 25, 2027 is Demai 2:1 - 2:2
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Demai Perek 2 Mishnah 1
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אלו דברים. בכל מקום. אפילו מכזיב ולהלן אם לקחן מעם הארץ דבידוע שמארץ ישראל באו דמינכרי שאין דוגמתן אלא בארץ ישראל:
והאורז שבחוצה לארץ כל המשתמש ממנו פטור. אפילו בארץ ישראל דמנכר טפי ולא אתי לאחלופי באורז של א״י. אבל שאר דברים הנזכרים במתניתין איכא מינייהו בארץ ישראל דדמו לאותן שבחוצה לארץ, אלא דהנהו דחשיבי שדרך לנושאם מתוך חשיבותן למקומות שאין כיוצא בהן בעו עשורי דבידוע שמארץ ישראל הן:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Demai Perek 2 Mishnah 2
דמאי פרק ב׳ משנה ב׳
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להיות נאמן – on the tithes and that his produce will not be doubtfully tithed from here and onwards.
את שהוא לוקח – [what he purchases] in order to sell, for whereas in order that he eats it, it is taught in the first clause [of our Mishnah]: “he tithes what he eats.”
ואת שהוא מוכר – from the produce of his lands.
על עצמו אינו נאמן – for behold he consumes something that is not legally fit for use by giving the priestly dues when he is a guest with those who do not observed certain religious customs regarding tithes/עם הארץ. But Rabbi Yehuda holds that he doesn’t lose his trustworthiness through this. But the Halakha is not according to Rabbi Yehuda.
להיות נאמן. על המעשרות ולא יהיו פירותיו דמאי מכאן ואילך:
את שהוא לוקח. ע״מ למכור, דאילו על מנת לאכול הא תנא רישא מעשר את שהוא אוכל:
ואת שהוא מוכר. מפירות קרקעותיו:
על עצמו אינו נאמן. שהרי הוא אוכל דבר שאינו מתוקן כשהוא מתארח אצל עם הארץ. ור״י סבר שאינו מפסיד נאמנותו בכך. ואין הלכה כר' יהודה:
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.
אלו דברים. בכל מקום – even from Keziv and further out, If he purchased them from those not observing certain religious customs regarding tithes/עמי הארץ that it is known that they came from the Land of Israel, for it is distinguishable that there are none like them in appearance other than from the Land of Israel.
כל המשתמש ממנו פטור – even in the Land of Israel that is more recognized and one does not come to exchange them (i.e., the rice that is grown outside the Land of Israel) with the rice of the Land of Israel. But the rest of the things that are mentioned in our Mishnah (i.e., pressed figs, dates, carobs and cumin) there are those from them in the Land of Israel that are similar to those that are outside of the Land [of Israel], but those are that are important that it is custom to carry them because of their importance to places that don’t have a similar kind, required tithing, for it is known that they are from the Land of Israel.