This week I had the humbling privilege of sharing a message with our Indian congregation—reflecting on Parshat Tazria-Metzora and the deep spiritual layers woven into this portion.We began with the mystery of tzara’at, often misinterpreted as leprosy. But this condition, as our sages and rabbis explain, wasn’t a physical disease alone—it was a spiritual affliction, often triggered by negative speech, pride, or even racial prejudice, as seen in the story of Miriam.As I shared with our brothers and sisters abroad, this portion also reveals something powerful: that Jewish tradition—particularly our emphasis on cleanliness—has not only spiritual meaning, but has historically preserved our people. From daily handwashing to ritual immersion, our practices helped many Jewish communities survive plagues like the Black Death. A simple act like washing your hands each morning, as Rashi described, becomes a holy habit.Yeshua himself engaged these very customs, washing his disciples’ feet and clarifying the deeper meaning behind such rituals. It’s not about legalistic minutiae—but about intentional, loving preparation for holy living.We also talked about how tuma—spiritual impurity—isn’t always a result of sin. Sometimes it’s just part of the human condition. But what matters is how we respond. Are we allowing Hashem to cleanse us? Are we watching our speech? Are we spreading healing or spiritual contamination?If you’ve ever struggled with your words, your moods, or your daily habits—this teaching is for you.

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