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In Ki Tisa we introduce another vessel of the mishkan called the Kior, or Laver. It had 2 spigots under which the kohanim would place their two pairs of hands and feet underneath and the water would pour over them. If we remember the Yom Kippur procedures we note that the high priest used the laver a total of 10 times. The commentators conclude that clearly there was more to the washing of hands than cleanliness. What the washing of the hands accomplished was actually a sanctification; necessary, because hands can be involved in a whole range of activities.

We have a vestige of this concept in our everyday lives with the requirement to wash our hands ritualistically before we eat bread. Maimonides says our table represents the altar and our food, our sacrifices. As such, while washing includes the goal of cleanliness, we are sanctifying our hands as we emulate the kohanim of that time. 

Beginners Hebrew Reading Thursday February 24th 8pm!

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COVID POLICY: For the safety and comfort of the congregation, we request everyone ages 5 and above must be fully vaccinated to enter the building.  All people over the age of 2, while inside the building, must wear a mask covering their mouth and nose, regardless of vaccination status. 

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