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Digital Humanies tools used for the weekly Parasha (Torah portion of the week).

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Parasha #29: Achrei Mot (אַחֲרֵי מוֹת)

Reading passages

Torah: Lev. 16:1-18:30    (Hebrew: פָּרָשַׁת אַחֲרֵי מוֹת)
Haftarah: Amos 9:7-15 (Ashkenazim) Ezekiel 22:1-16 (Sephardim)

Summary

Parasha Achrei Mot begins with instructions for Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement), detailing the special sacrifices and rituals the high priest must perform to atone for the sins of Israel. It continues with laws regarding the sanctity of blood and various prohibitions against forbidden sexual relationships. The portion emphasizes the importance of holiness and the need to separate the Israelites from the practices of surrounding nations​​.

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Parasha Data Sheet

Verse Query Short description
Lev. 16:16,34 ‘כפר’ for the children of Israel Making atonement for the (holy place and the) children of Israel (Hermen van der Linden)
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Hebcal

Additional details about Jewish calendar and holiday information, offering users a resource for tracking Hebrew dates, candle lighting times, and other relevant information in the Jewish calendar. Hebcal entry for parasha Achrei Mot.