Ep. 15 | The Prohibition of Chometz on Passover

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Have you ever wondered why the Torah prohibits leavened bread and all Chometz items on Pesach?
Why does this prohibition seem so intense, with many rules about getting rid of chometz and avoiding even a small amount?
Why is there a Mitzvah to burn the Chometz before Passover?
Why is it even forbidden to have chometz in my possession, even if I won't touch it!

We've learned how positive Mitzvos have a lot of depth and meaning beneath the surface. Listen to this episode and discover how even just avoiding the prohibition of Chometz can be incredibly fulfilling and bring you closer to Hashem!

We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com
Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

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Ep. 15 | The Prohibition of Chometz on Passover

TorahTalk Meaningful Mitzvah Podcast

published 2 years ago

MP3•Episode home

Have you ever wondered why the Torah prohibits leavened bread and all Chometz items on Pesach?
Why does this prohibition seem so intense, with many rules about getting rid of chometz and avoiding even a small amount?
Why is there a Mitzvah to burn the Chometz before Passover?
Why is it even forbidden to have chometz in my possession, even if I won't touch it!

We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com
Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

60 episodes

#Jewish #Religion #Rabbi Menashe Uhr

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