Today's Mishnah Yomi
Bechoros 6:10 - 6:11
The Mishnah Yomi for Saturday, December 20, 2025 is Bechoros 6:10 - 6:11
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Bechoros Perek 6 Mishnah 10
בכורות פרק ו׳ משנה י׳
Bartenura
יבלת פורו״ש בלע״ז. ואפילו היא בלובן שבעין, ויש בה שער, הרי זה מום:
ושנפגם עצם ידו. שניכר המום. ולעיל איירי בשנשבר:
ושנפסק עצמו שבפיו. שהשינים קבועות בו. ולמעלה מן החוטין קא מיירי. דאי חוטין גופייהו, דהיינו השינים עצמן שבאמצע הפה, הא תנן לעיל דאפילו נפגמו או נגממו הוי מום:
עינו אחת גדולה. כשל עגל:
ואחת קטנה. כשל אווז:
במראה. שנראה לכל שזו גדולה מזו:
אבל לא במדה. שאם אינו ניכר אלא במדה, אינו מום:
ולא הודו לו חכמים. לרבי יהודה. והלכה כחכמים:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Bechoros Perek 6 Mishnah 11
בכורות פרק ו׳ משנה י"א
Bartenura
ערקוב (the inner part of the knee/inner angle of the joint which unites the thigh and the leg of the animal) – to the upper tie which is the place of the connection of the thigh with the foreleg. But corresponding to it in a camel it is recognized that it has corresponding to this upper leg from under the hip-bone to the ankle (i.e., the knee and the surrounding parts), this bone protrudes outward.
כל מרבית העגלים כן (through the whole period of growth of calves it is so) – all of the growth of calves and their custom – is that their tails reach the inner part of the knee [therefore, less than this it is a blemish], and when they are grown up, they (i.e., the tails) extend/stretch below.
שבאמצע הירך – this is the upper joints/hams of the knee that I explained which correspond to that of a known camel.
על אלו מומין שוחטין את הבכור – even though it is taught in the beginning of our chapter (see Mishnah 1 of this chapter), “on account of these blemishes they slaughter the firstling,” it returns and teaches it again here, because it is taught three, it adds, etc. and they said to him: we did not hear of these” (see Mishnah 8 of this chapter), he reviewed them and generalized them to state that even on these blemishes, they slaughter [the firstling].
לערקוב. לקשר העליון שהוא מקום חבור הירך עם השוק. וכנגדו בגמל ניכר שיש לו כנגד ארכובה עליונה זו עצם בולט לחוץ:
כל מרבית העגלים כן. כל תרבות עגלים ומנהגן שיהא זנבן מגיע לערקוב [הלכך בציר מהכי הוי מומא], וכשהן גדילות נמתחות עד למטה:
שבאמצע הירך. הוא הקפיץ העליון שפירשתי דכנגדו בגמל ניכר:
על אלו מומין שוחטין את הבכור. אע״ג דתנן בריש פירקין על אלו מומין שוחטין את הבכור, הדר תנייה הכא. משום דתנן שלשה הוסיף וכו׳ ואמרו לו לא שמענו את אלו, הדר וכללינהו לומר שאף על אלו מומין שוחטים:
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?
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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.
יבלת (wart) – POROSH in the foreign language. And even if its is the white of he eye, and it has hair, it is a blemish.
ושנפגם עצם ידו- that the blemish is known. And above, we are speaking about when it is broken.
ושנפסק עצמו שבפיו – that the teeth are set in it. It (i.e., the Mishnah) is speaking of above the sinews. For if it is the sinews themselves, which are the teeth themselves that are in the middle of the mouth, but it is taught above (see Tractate Bekhorot, Chapter 7, Mishnah 4): “if the incisors are damaged or worn down, it is a blemish.”
עינו אחת גדולה – like that of a calf.
ואחת קטנה – like that of a goose.
במראה – that it appears to all that this one is larger than the other one.
אבל לא במדה – that it is not recognized other than by measurement, it is not a blemish.
ולא הודו לא חכמים – with Rabbi Yehuda. And the Halakha is according to the Sages.