Today's Mishnah Yomi
Sukkah 3:1 - 3:2
The Mishnah Yomi for Friday, March 30, 2029 is Sukkah 3:1 - 3:2
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Sukkah Perek 3 Mishnah 1
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לולב הגזול פסול. דכתיב ולקחתם לכם, משלכם. ולאחר יאוש בעלים נהי דשלו הוא שקונה אותו ביאוש, מכל מקום הוי מצוה הבאה בעבירה:
והיבש פסול. דבכולהו בעינן הדר וליכא:
של אשירה. אילן הנעבד:
ושל עיר הנדחת פסול. דלשרפה קאי. ולולב בעי שיעור, והני כיון דלשריפה קיימי אין שיעורן קיים:
נקטם ראשו פסול. דלא הוי הדר:
נפרצו עליו. ואינן מחוברין אלא ע״י אגידה:
נפרדו עליו. מחוברים הן בשדרה, אלא שלמעלה הן נפרדין לכאן ולכאן כענפי אילן:
יאגדנו מלמעלה. אם נפרדו עליו יאגדם שיהיו עולים עם השדרה כשאר לולבים. ואין הלכה כר״י:
ציני הר הברזל. יש דקלים שלולבין שלהן עליהן קצרים מאד ואין עולין על אורך השדרה. אם הן ארוכין כל כך עד שראשו של זה מגיע לצד עקרו של זה כשרים:
כל לולב שיש בו שלשה טפחים. כנגד אורך ההדס וטפח יותר, כדי לנענע בו, דלולב בעי לנענועי כדלקמן:
כדי לנענע בו. תני, וכדי לנענע בו, דהיינו טפח יותר על שלשה טפחים:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Sukkah Perek 3 Mishnah 2
סוכה פרק ג׳ משנה ב׳
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נקטם ראשו פסול – But the Halakha is not according to the anonymous Mishnah, but rather according to Rabbi Tarfon who said further on (Tractate Sukkah, Chapter 3, Mishnah 4), that even if all three [of the myrtles/Hadasim] were broken off, they are valid.
ענביו – the fruit that is upon it that is similar to grapes.
מרובות מעליו פסול – they did not teach other those which are black or red, but if they are green, it is a species of the myrtle/Hadas and it is valid.
ואין ממעטין אותן ביו"ט – that he should have repaired them.
נקטם ראשו פסול. ולית הלכתא כסתם מתניתין, אלא כרבי טרפון דאמר לקמן אפילו שלשתן קטומין כשרים:
ענביו. פרי. יש בו שדומה לענבים:
מרובות מעליו פסול. לא שנו אלא שחורות או אדומות, אבל ירוקות מינא דהדס הוא וכשר:
ואין ממעטין אותן ביום טוב. דה״ל מתקן:
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?
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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.
לולב הגזול פסול – as it is written (Leviticus 23:40): “[On the first day] you shall take the product of hadar trees….,” that which belongs to you and after the owners despair, let it be his, for he acquires it through despair, nevertheless, it is a commandment/Mitzvah that comes through a transgression.
והיבש פסול – for all of them require “beauty” and it is missing.
של אשירה – a tree that is worshipped.
ושל עיר הנדחת פסול – for it refers to burning. But a Lulav requires a measurement, and these, since they exist for burning, their measurements are not valid.
נקטם ראשו פסול – for there is no “beauty.”
נפרצו עליו – and they are not attached other than through binding.
נפרדו עליו – they are attached at the spine, but above they are separated to this side and that side like the branches of a tree.
יאגדנו מלמעלה – if the leaves became separated, he should bind them in order that they ascend with the spine like the other Lulavim, but the Halakha is not according to Rabbi Yehuda.
ציני הר הברזל – there are palm-trees where the leaves on their Lulavim/palm branches are very short and do not ascend the length of the spine. If they are so long that the head of one reaches to the side of its root of the other, they are valid.
כל לולב שיש בו שלשה טפחים – corresponding to the length of the myrtle/Hadas and a handbreadth more, in order to wave/shake it, for the Lulav is required for waving/shaking, as we will see further on (see Tractate Sukkah, Chapter 3, Mishnah 9).
כדי לנענע בו – it is taught, and in order to wave/shake it, that is a handbreadth greater than the three handbreadths.