Day 1 (Part 1): Leviticus 12 (Study Notes)
Parsha Tazria-Metzora:
Day 1 (Part 1): Leviticus 12
The name of the first part of this double parsha is Tazria. Tazria means “bringing forth seed”, which is commonly translated as “childbirth.”
The Parsha’s name gives meaning to the “seed” we have learned about thus far in our studies. In our last parsha study, we discussed how a seed could become unclean if the carcass of a dead animal fell on it and water was then placed on the seed. We mentioned that this scenario could be understood as a picture of the lost ten tribes of Judah—or the Jews who may not know they are Jews and have found themselves in false religious circles.
We mentioned that if a Lost Jew is in such a situation, Hashem has mercy. But, once He puts His water (ie: Torah teachings) on the seed, that soul becomes unclean if he or she chooses to…