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5 Minute Torah - Tazria-Metzora - Flaming Arrows & Scabs
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Is biblical leprosy a skin disease or a spiritual malady? In Parashat Tazria, we encounter tzara’at—a mysterious condition that affected skin, clothes, and even houses. But it wasn’t caused by germs... it was triggered by how people spoke. The Torah links this affliction to lashon hara—destructive speech that damages reputations and relationships. But why is speech treated so seriously? Because words are powerful. Think you're just “telling the truth”? Even true words can be deadly. Like an arrow, once released, your words can’t be called back. Like fire, they can spread farther than you ever intended.
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Manage episode 480253141 series 2151590
Is biblical leprosy a skin disease or a spiritual malady? In Parashat Tazria, we encounter tzara’at—a mysterious condition that affected skin, clothes, and even houses. But it wasn’t caused by germs... it was triggered by how people spoke. The Torah links this affliction to lashon hara—destructive speech that damages reputations and relationships. But why is speech treated so seriously? Because words are powerful. Think you're just “telling the truth”? Even true words can be deadly. Like an arrow, once released, your words can’t be called back. Like fire, they can spread farther than you ever intended.
Join Shalom Macon Live! at 11am EST every Saturday (#Shabbat) for uplifting Worship Music and Teachings
If you get value from our work, please
consider Supporting Shalom Macon
https://www.shalomacon.org/give
-- Ways to Support Shalom Macon --
Our Website | https://www.shalomacon.org/give
Tithe.ly | https://tithe.ly/give?c=329563
PayPal | [email protected]
Text "GIVE" to (706) 739-5990
God provides for the work of Shalom Macon through the giving of those who benefit from that work and in turn, give generously to allow it to continue.
Whether you are an in-person or virtual member, your support is vital to sharing the message.
We thank you for joining us, Shabbat Shalom!
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