Forbidden to eat specific fats (cheilev) of kosher animals that are reserved for the altar.
This mitzvah prohibits eating the cheilev—certain forbidden fats found in kosher domesticated animals, such as around the kidneys, liver, and entrails. These fats are designated for the altar in sacrificial service and are considered holy. Eating them is strictly forbidden and incurs karet (spiritual excision). Permitted fats (shuman), by contrast, may be eaten. This distinction underscores that holiness is found not only in what we eat but also in what is withheld as sacred to Hashem.
Commentary & Classical Explanation:
Represents the concept of spiritual intentionality, purity, and sanctity—set apart for a higher purpose.
Represents Emunah—the deep, inner trust in Hashem’s presence, oneness, and constant involvement in our lives. This badge symbolizes a heartfelt connection to G-d, rooted in belief even when we cannot see. It is the emotional and spiritual core of many mitzvot.
Mitzvot that define and deepen the relationship between a person and their Creator. These include commandments involving belief, prayer, Shabbat, festivals, sacrifices, and personal holiness — acts rooted in divine connection rather than human interaction.
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