BONUS Dvar Torah for Emor 7th Aliyah: Actual text: https://tinyurl.com/4kmv3ndb The second half of Parashas Emor recaps the Jewish holidays and ends the section by discussing the lighting of the holy Menorah and the offering of the twelve holy loaves of bread (24:1–9). Just as the Menorah was to be made from one piece of gold, the twelve loaves of bread were to be made from one collection of flour, divided into equal measurements of two-tenths of an ephah (measurement) each (24:5). What is the significance of both the Menorah and the bread starting as one piece? Also, what is the significance of this discussion at the conclusion of the Jewish holiday recap? Rav Hirsch explains that the Torah is helping us frame our perspective so that the holidays discussed previously produce the appropriate result. The Menorah and the twelve loaves of bread represent spiritual and physical prosperity, which can only happen when we start with one common goal and purpose. However, more than just having a common goal is needed to achieve success. The Menorah will never have only one flame, just as each bread will always have a pair—two sets of six loaves, and each loaf made with two-tenths of an ephah (as opposed to one-fifth, which is the simplified fraction). To achieve a common goal, and to observe the holidays appropriately, we must work together. When we care for each other as we care for ourselves, not only will we achieve our goals, but our experiences in attaining those goals will make them more special. Please consider forwarding this to others so they can join! https://chat.whatsapp.com/I7IHQNPpKLF0adHHXTUYda