Today's Mishnah Yomi
Demai 4:6 - 4:7
The Mishnah Yomi for Friday, December 3, 2027 is Demai 4:6 - 4:7
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Demai Perek 4 Mishnah 6
דמאי פרק ד׳ משנה ו׳
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איש פלוני נאמן הרי זה נאמן. אע״ג דלא היה ראוי להאמינו כיון שהוא עצמו חשוד, קולא היא שהקלו באכסנאי משום חיי נפש. ודוקא כשאין מכיר אדם שם אבל אם מכיר אדם שם לא יטול אלא מן המומחה:
מי כאן מוכר ישן. שירא שמא יאכילוהו חדש קודם שיקרב העומר. ורוב עמי הארץ אין חשודים על החדש והוי כדמאי דרוב עמי הארץ מעשרים הן, הלכך לא החמירו עליהן כל כך דנימא שהם גומלים חסד זה לזה תעיד אתה עלי ואני אעיד עליך:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Demai Perek 4 Mishnah 7
דמאי פרק ד׳ משנה ז׳
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החמרים – that bring grain from the inexpensive place to the more expensive place.
אין נאמנים – for surely they are rendering a service to each other [by mutual recommendations] and he praises his colleague [and his grain] in this city in order that his colleague should praise his [grain] in another city.
ר' יהודה אומר נאמנים – for since most of those who are not observing certain religious customs regarding tithing do tithe, with doubtfully tithed produce they are lenient because of the lives of the people of the city that that those who sell grain and produce would regularly come there. But the Halakha is not according to Rabbi Yehuda.
החמרים. המביאים תבואה ממקום הזול למקום היוקר:
אין נאמנים. דודאי גומלים זה את זה ומשבח של חבירו בעיר זו כדי שישבח חבירו את שלו בעיר אחרת:
ר׳ יהודה אומר נאמנים. הואיל ורוב ע״ה מעשרים הן בדמאי הקילו משום חייהן של בני העיר שיהיו מוכרי תבואה ופירות רגילין לבא שם. ואין הלכה כר״י:
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.
איש פלוני נאמן ה"ז נאמן – even though that he was not worthy to be believed since he himself is suspect, there is a leniency that they made with an lodger/guest because of providing for his life. And especially when he doesn’t know a person there, but if he knows a person there, he should not take from anyone other than a specialist.
מי כאן מוכר ישן – for he fears lest they will feed him “new” grain (see Leviticus 23:14 and Tractate Menahot, Chapter 10, Mishnah 5) prior to the Omer being offered up as a sacrifice, and most of those not observing certain religious customs regarding tithes are not suspected on that which is “new” and if is like doubtfully tithed produce for most of those who are not observing certain religious customs regarding tithes do tithe, therefore, they were not so stringent upon themselves that we would say that they are rendering a service to each other [by mutual recommendations]- you testify about me and I will testify about you.