See the source sheet hereWe explore the concept of tzara'at, often translated as leprosy, not as a natural disease but as a divine sign or warning. The Talmud lists seven sins, with slander being particularly emphasized, that can cause tzara'at to appear.

The Rambam clarifies that tzara'at can manifest on people, clothing, and houses, acting as a miraculous signal specifically for the Jewish people to prompt repentance.

Kli Yakar and Sforno connect tzara'at on houses specifically to the sin of miserliness or a lack of generosity, suggesting the affliction is a consequence for those who hoard wealth given by God.

These texts collectively present tzara'at as a spiritual ailment and a catalyst for individuals to examine their behavior and return to righteous living, particularly within the context of their relationship with God and fellow Jews in the Land of Israel.

See the source sheet here This shiur focuses on a pivotal moment in the inauguration of the Mishkan, focusing on two instances of blessing the people by Aaron and then by both Moses and Aaron, as described in Leviticus 9. Commentators debate the nature of Aaron's initial blessing, whether it was the established Priestly Blessing or a different one, and explore why Moses joined in the second blessing. They also discuss the appearance of God's glory following the second blessing, identifying it with the fire that consumed the offerings on the altar, and consider the reasons behind the fire's arrival and the subsequent reaction of the people. Some sources connect these events to Aaron's feelings of inadequacy and the need for Moses' support, and even link the actions of Aaron's sons, Nadav and Avihu, to this sequence of events.

See sources here These meforshim discuss the Ten Plagues brought upon Egypt, examining their purpose and patterns.

Some commentators explore the grouping of the plagues, suggesting different sequences and reasons for their specific order and severity, like a gradual escalation. Others focus on the divine intention behind the plagues, considering whether they were primarily punitive or designed to elicit repentance from Pharaoh. The texts also touch upon the nature of miracles and the extent to which Pharaoh's heart was divinely hardened in response to these events. Finally, we apply these lessons to modern times.