Forbidden to eat the Gid HaNasheh, the sinew of the thigh.
This mitzvah prohibits eating the Gid HaNasheh (sciatic nerve) located in the hindquarters of kosher animals. The prohibition originates from the incident where the angel wounded Yaakov Avinu at the hip, and the Torah records that Bnei Yisrael abstain from this nerve as a perpetual reminder. The Gid HaNasheh is carefully removed in the process of nikur (deveining) to make the meat permissible. The mitzvah symbolizes the eternal struggle and resilience of the Jewish people.
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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