Torah Portion: Emor

For the week of May 5, 2024

Torah Portion: Emor

אמור

Torah Portion: Leviticus 21:1–24:23

Prophets: Ezekiel 44:15–31

New Testament: James 1:26-27

Commentary: This portion emphasizes the sanctity of the priesthood and the importance of the festivals as communal celebrations and remembrances of God’s actions in history. The incident of blasphemy serves as a serious reminder of the power of words and the need for reverence in speech and action.