Sunday, March 22, 2009

Mourning a Death, Mourning a Torah

Hi,

"One who is present when a Jew dies is obligated to tear his clothing. It is like seeing a Torah scroll burned; the soul of each Jew is like a Torah; their sanctities are identical."

(Talmud, Moed Katan 25a)

Have a great day,
Mordechai

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