Behaalotecha

Siyum Mesechet Pesachim

In this siyum on Mesechet Pesachim, dedicated to the memory of Eliran Yeger, HYD, I explore the halakhic and symbolic dimensions of the Hillel sandwich, analyzing its composition, timing, and purpose both in Temple times and today. By tracing the positions of Hillel, the Rabbis, and later commentators, it reveals the sandwich as a layered ritual memory—a zecher l’mikdash—that integrates themes of redemption, obligation, and spiritual purpose at the heart of the Pesach Seder.

Seventy: A Complete Diversity

Diversity is the watchword of our current milieu. Unfortunately, it has taken on the very restricted sense of being inclusive of minorities, etc.. While inclusiveness is an important value, the great power of diversity lies not merely in acceptance of the other but in learning from the other. In this shiur I dicuss the value of diversity as expressed in the number seventy.