Zevachim 59

Shalom, dear parents. Bless this beautiful, messy, sacred journey you're on. In the swirl of carpools, tantrums, triumphs, and the never-ending to-do list, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly running on empty. Today, we're going to dive into a piece of Gemara that, at first glance, seems far removed from our daily lives – discussions about the Temple altar. But trust me, even in the most intricate halachic debates, our Sages offer profound insights into the human condition, and particularly, into the sacred work of parenting. We’re going to explore how the integrity of the Temple’s altar can illuminate the vital importance of your own inner wholeness as a parent. No guilt, just gentle nudges towards micro-wins.

Insight

The Integrity of Our Inner Altar: When the Vessel is Whole

Parenting is often described as a sacred calling, a continuous act of creation and transformation. In the heart of the ancient Temple, the Mizbei'ach – the Altar – stood as the central point for sacred service, for bringing offerings, for connection with the Divine. It was the place where raw materials were transformed into something holy, where intentions were elevated, and where the community expressed its deepest devotion. Now, imagine you, the parent, as that sacred altar within your family. You are the central vessel, the space where the "offerings" of your family life – your children's needs, their emotions, your responses, your love, your discipline, your presence – are brought to be processed, understood, and elevated.

The Gemara in Zevachim 59 delves into fascinating details about the altar: its precise placement, its dimensions, and crucially, its state of repair. It teaches us that "an altar that was damaged (מזבח שנפגם) – all sacrificial animals that were slaughtered there are disqualified." The source for this, we learn, is from the verse, "and you shall slaughter upon it your burnt offerings and your peace offerings," which is interpreted to mean: "when the altar is complete (כשהוא שלם), but not when it is lacking, i.e., damaged." This seemingly technical point carries immense weight for us as parents.

Think about this: if the altar – the very vessel designed for sacred work – is compromised, if it is not shalem, not whole or complete, then even the most pristine, perfect "offerings" brought upon it are rendered disqualified. They cannot fulfill their purpose. They cannot achieve their sacred potential.

Translate this into your parenting reality. Your family is your sacred space, and you, dear parent, are its living, breathing altar. The "offerings" you bring are your boundless love, your tireless efforts, your patient guidance, your sacrifices of sleep and personal time, your emotional availability. But what happens when your inner altar is damaged? When you are running on empty, feeling fragmented, overwhelmed, or "lacking" in some fundamental way?

This is not a question meant to induce guilt. Far from it. This is an invitation to radical self-compassion and honest self-assessment. Because for too long, societal and even religious narratives have pushed parents, especially mothers, towards a relentless pursuit of self-sacrifice, often at the expense of their own well-being. We are taught to give, give, give, to put our children's needs first, always. But the Gemara reminds us that the vessel itself matters. If the vessel is broken, cracked, or depleted, its capacity to facilitate true transformation and connection is severely hampered.

When our inner altar is נפגם, "damaged," it might manifest in various ways: chronic exhaustion, emotional burnout, a short fuse, a pervasive sense of inadequacy, an inability to be fully present, or a feeling of constantly falling short despite Herculean efforts. These are not moral failings; they are indicators of a system under strain, an altar that needs repair. And just as the ancient priests could not ignore a damaged altar and expect the sacrifices to be valid, we cannot ignore our own inner state and expect our parenting "offerings" to consistently be their most potent, most effective, or most joyful.

The beauty of the Hebrew word שלם is that it doesn't mean perfect. It means whole, complete, at peace. It speaks to integrity, soundness, and a state of readiness. For us, achieving shalem as parents isn't about eradicating all flaws or never having a bad day. It's about being in a state where we are sufficiently integrated, self-aware, and resourced to meet the demands of our sacred task. It's about acknowledging our vulnerabilities, addressing our needs, and actively engaging in our own tikkun – our own repair.

The Gemara further explores King Solomon's inauguration of the Temple, where it states that "the copper altar that was before the Lord was too small to receive the burnt offering, and the meal offering, and the fat of the peace offerings." Rabbi Yehuda interprets this literally: the altar simply wasn't big enough for all the offerings. Rabbi Yosei offers a profound alternative: the verse uses a euphemism, implying the altar became disqualified from use, "like a person who says to his friend: So-and-so is a dwarf [ננס], and what he really means to say is that he is disqualified from performing the Temple service."

This offers another powerful lens for parental self-reflection. Do you ever feel like your altar is "too small"? That you don't have enough capacity – enough patience, enough energy, enough wisdom – to contain all the "offerings" your children bring? The endless questions, the emotional outbursts, the sibling squabbles, the developmental milestones, the logistical nightmares? This feeling of being "too small" is incredibly common. It's the feeling of overwhelm, of being stretched beyond your limits.

And then there's Rabbi Yosei's interpretation: perhaps it's not that we're literally "too small," but that we feel disqualified. We might feel unworthy, inadequate, or believe that our past mistakes or current struggles render us incapable of truly nurturing our children as we wish. This feeling of disqualification can be insidious, eroding our confidence and joy in parenting. It often stems from comparing ourselves to others, from internalizing unrealistic expectations, or from carrying unhealed wounds.

The Gemara's discussion about Solomon then reveals a crucial response: he "sanctified the middle of the court," allowing the courtyard itself to function as an altar. This is a powerful lesson in adaptability and expanding our definition of "sacred space." When our primary "altar" – our individual capacity – feels too small or temporarily disqualified, we can "sanctify the courtyard." This means:

1. Expanding our capacity: Learning new skills, seeking new information, engaging in personal growth.
2. Utilizing our support systems: Leaning on our partners, family, friends, community. Our "courtyard" includes our village.
3. Redefining the sacred: Recognizing that holy moments aren't confined to grand gestures, but are found in the everyday, the imperfect, the messy.
4. Creating alternative spaces for transformation: If we can't do it all ourselves, where else can our children's "offerings" be processed? Through a loving grandparent, a trusted teacher, a supportive friend.

The debate between Rabbi Yehuda and Rabbi Yosei about the altar's size also reminds us that there are often multiple valid interpretations of a situation. When we feel "too small" or "disqualified," are we literally lacking capacity (Rabbi Yehuda), or is it a feeling of unworthiness or damage (Rabbi Yosei)? Both are real, and understanding the nuance helps us find the right path to tikkun. If it's a genuine capacity issue, we need more resources, more help, more boundaries. If it's a feeling of disqualification, we need self-compassion, healing, and a re-framing of our self-worth.

Ultimately, this Gemara calls us to a profound act of self-stewardship. Your inner altar, your neshamah (soul), your emotional and mental well-being, is the foundation upon which your family's spiritual and emotional life is built. Neglecting it is not an act of noble sacrifice; it’s a compromise of the very vessel meant to uplift and transform.

So, let's bless the chaos. Let's acknowledge the inevitable dings and dents our "altars" sustain in the daily grind of parenting. But let's also commit to the ongoing work of repair, of striving for shalem. This isn't about perfection; it's about integrity. It's about recognizing that when we are more whole, more complete, more present, our capacity to receive and elevate the sacred offerings of our children's lives expands exponentially. It's about understanding that tending to your own well-being isn't selfish; it's a foundational act of sacred parenting, ensuring that the vessel is ready for the holy work it is called to do. This week, let’s aim for micro-wins in repairing and nourishing our own inner altars.

Text Snapshot

Rashi on Zevachim 59a:11:1 "כשהוא שלם - והאי עליו בגינו ובשבילו קאמר:" "When it is complete – and this 'upon it' means on account of it and for its sake."

Sefaria Source: Rashi on Zevachim 59a:11:1

Steinsaltz on Zevachim 59a:10 "מזבח שנפגם — כל הקדשים שנשחטו שם פסולין. מקרא הוא בידינו ושכחנוהו" "An altar that was damaged — all sacrificial animals that were slaughtered there are disqualified. We have a verse as the source for this halakha but we have forgotten which one it is."

Sefaria Source: Steinsaltz on Zevachim 59a:10

Activity

The Family Shalem Project: Building Wholeness Together

This activity aims to help both parents and children recognize what contributes to their sense of "completeness" or "wholeness" (shalem), and to identify what might make them feel "damaged" or "lacking" (nifgam). It's about creating awareness, encouraging self-care, and fostering a supportive family environment where everyone's inner "altar" is valued and tended to. The beauty is that it can be adapted for any age, focusing on micro-wins in understanding and communication.

For Toddlers/Preschoolers (Ages 2-5): "My Happy/Calm Box"

• Concept: Young children don't have the vocabulary for "wholeness" or "damage," but they understand feeling good vs. not good, calm vs. upset. This activity helps them identify concrete things that help them regulate and feel "complete" again when they're upset or overwhelmed. It's their first step in recognizing their inner altar's needs.
• Time: 5-10 minutes to introduce and set up; ongoing use.
• Materials: A small shoebox or container, various sensory items (soft blanket, small stuffed animal, sensory bottle, picture books, fidget toy, quiet music options, a drawing pad and crayons).
• Instructions:
  1. Introduction (5 min): Sit with your child. "Sometimes, when we feel sad or mad or too noisy inside, we need a special place or special things to help us feel calm and happy again. Like when my tummy hurts, I like to drink some warm tea. What helps you feel cozy and happy?"
  2. Co-create the Box (5-10 min): Let your child choose items for their "Happy/Calm Box." "What makes your body feel good? A soft blanket? What makes your eyes happy? A favorite book? What helps your hands feel calm? This squishy toy?" Guide them to select items that engage different senses and promote comfort.
  3. Practice Use (ongoing): When your child is upset or overwhelmed, gently guide them to their box. "It looks like your inside feels a little bit noisy right now. Would you like to sit with your Happy Box for a few minutes?" Emphasize that this is their space, their tools.
• Micro-Win Focus: The micro-win isn't perfect regulation every time, but simply identifying and using one tool from the box, or even just choosing to go to the box. It teaches them that they have agency in their emotional state and that seeking comfort is good.

For Elementary Schoolers (Ages 6-11): "My Shalem Shield"

• Concept: This activity uses the metaphor of a shield to represent a child's inner strength and what makes them feel whole and protected. It also gently introduces the idea of "cracks" or "dents" (things that make them feel nifgam) and how to address them.
• Time: 10-15 minutes for creation; ongoing discussion.
• Materials: Large paper plates or cardstock cut into shield shapes, markers, crayons, stickers, glitter, craft supplies.
• Instructions:
  1. Introduction (5 min): "We talked about how sometimes we feel strong and whole, and sometimes we feel a little bit wobbly or even 'cracked,' like a shield that's been in a battle. Today, we're going to make a 'Shalem Shield' – a shield that shows all the things that make us feel strong, happy, and whole inside."
  2. Design the Shalem Side (10-15 min): Ask your child to decorate one side of the shield with symbols, words, or drawings that represent what makes them feel shalem/whole. Prompts:
     • "What makes you feel loved?" (e.g., a hug, a picture of family)
     • "What makes you feel strong and capable?" (e.g., riding a bike, solving a puzzle)
     • "What makes you feel happy and peaceful?" (e.g., playing with friends, reading a book, being in nature)
     • "What helps you feel like you?" (e.g., a favorite hobby, a special talent)
  3. Discuss the Nifgam Side (Optional, 5 min): On the back, or later, you can gently ask: "Sometimes our shield gets a little dent or a crack. What's something that makes your shield feel a little bit wobbly or nifgam?" (e.g., a fight with a friend, a bad test grade, feeling lonely). Emphasize that everyone gets dents, and the important thing is knowing how to repair them.
  4. Repair Strategies (ongoing): "When your shield feels a bit nifgam, what can we do to help it feel shalem again?" Connect it to items on the shalem side, or suggest new strategies (talking to an adult, taking a break, doing something fun).
• Micro-Win Focus: The micro-win is the child successfully identifying one thing that makes them feel shalem and depicting it, or later, identifying one feeling of nifgam and articulating it, even if briefly. The focus is on awareness and self-expression.

For Teens (Ages 12+): "My Inner Altar Blueprint"

• Concept: This activity encourages deeper self-reflection about what constitutes their personal "altar" – their core self, their values, and their well-being. It prompts them to identify their sources of strength, areas of vulnerability, and strategies for self-care and repair.
• Time: 15-20 minutes for initial reflection; ongoing journaling/discussion.
• Materials: Journal or notebook, pens/markers, optional: colored paper, sticky notes.
• Instructions:
  1. Introduction (5 min): "In Jewish tradition, the altar in the Temple was the central place for sacred offerings, for connecting, and for transformation. It had to be 'complete' or 'whole' – shalem – for the offerings to be valid. We're going to think about your inner altar. What are the core parts of you, your spirit, your well-being, that need to be shalem for you to feel your best and truly engage with your life and purpose?"
  2. Blueprint Prompts (10-15 min): Provide them with a blank page and these prompts. They can draw a blueprint, write bullet points, or free-write.
     • The Foundation/Core: What are your core values? What gives your life meaning? (e.g., family, justice, creativity, learning, faith).
     • Sources of Shalem (Wholeness/Strength): What activities, relationships, or practices make you feel truly complete, energized, and grounded? (e.g., spending time with certain friends, listening to music, exercise, prayer, a specific hobby, alone time). These are the "supports" for your altar.
     • Indicators of Nifgam (Damage/Lacking): What are the signs that your inner altar is feeling "damaged" or "lacking"? (e.g., irritability, constant fatigue, feeling disconnected, anxiety, procrastination, excessive screen time).
     • Strategies for Tikkun (Repair): When you notice those nifgam signs, what are your go-to strategies for repairing your inner altar and returning to shalem? (e.g., talking to a trusted adult, journaling, taking a break, listening to music, reaching out to a friend, doing something creative, getting enough sleep).
     • "Sanctifying the Courtyard": Who are the people or what are the external resources (school counselor, a specific club, community organizations) that help you feel supported and expand your capacity when you feel "too small" or overwhelmed?
  3. Optional Sharing/Discussion (ongoing): Offer a safe space for them to share any parts of their blueprint they feel comfortable discussing. "I noticed you put 'music' as a source of shalem. Can you tell me more about that?" Share your own Shalem Blueprint as well to model vulnerability.
• Micro-Win Focus: The micro-win is simply engaging with the prompts for 10 minutes, identifying one new insight about themselves, or articulating one repair strategy. It’s about building self-awareness and self-advocacy.

For Parents (Your Own Shalem Check-in)

• Concept: You need your own altar check-in! This is a simple, structured reflection to help you identify your state of shalem or nifgam and plan for self-care.
• Time: 2-5 minutes, daily or weekly.
• Materials: A journal, a mental note, or a calendar reminder.
• Instructions:
  1. Daily/Weekly Check-in: Take 2 minutes at the start or end of your day (or week).
  2. Ask Yourself:
     • "On a scale of 1-10, how shalem (whole, complete, integrated) does my inner altar feel right now?"
     • "What's one thing that's making me feel nifgam (damaged, lacking, depleted)?" (e.g., lack of sleep, unresolved conflict, too many tasks, not enough alone time).
     • "What's one micro-repair I can do right now, or in the next 24 hours, to move towards shalem?" (e.g., drink a glass of water, step outside for 2 minutes, send that email, ask my partner for 15 minutes alone, say no to one thing).
• Micro-Win Focus: The micro-win is simply doing the check-in, acknowledging your state without judgment, and identifying one actionable micro-repair. Consistency is key, not grand gestures.

By engaging in these varied activities, we acknowledge that wholeness isn't static; it's a dynamic process of awareness, support, and continuous, gentle repair. We teach our children, and remind ourselves, that tending to our inner "altar" is not a luxury, but a fundamental necessity for living a full, sacred life and for being present and effective parents.

Script

Navigating the "Damaged Altar" Conversations: 30-Second Scripts

As parents, our inner "altar" inevitably gets dinged, dented, and sometimes feels downright shattered. The challenge isn't avoiding the damage – that's impossible in the beautiful, chaotic reality of raising children. The challenge is recognizing it, acknowledging it, and communicating it (or protecting it) in a way that serves us and our families, without guilt or shame. Here are some 30-second scripts for various scenarios, designed to be kind, realistic, and focused on micro-wins in communication.

Scenario 1: When Your Child Notices You're Stressed/Tired/Irritable

Children are incredibly perceptive. They pick up on our nifgam state, and their questions often come from a place of concern (or sometimes, simply observation).

• The Awkward Question: "Mommy/Abba, why are you always so tired?" or "Why are you so grumpy today?"
• Your Inner Altar is Nifgam: You feel drained, short-tempered, maybe guilty. You want to be honest but not burden them.
• 30-Second Script:
  • Toddler/Preschool: "You're right, my body feels a little bit tired today. Like a battery that needs a little more charge! I'm going to rest for a few minutes while you play, and then I'll feel better. It's okay to feel tired sometimes."
  • Elementary: "That's a good observation, sweetie. My inner 'altar' (or 'energy tank') is feeling a little low today. It happens! I'm doing my best, and I'm going to take a moment to breathe/have some water/sit quietly so I can recharge. It helps me be my best self for you."
  • Teen: "Thanks for noticing. My energy is definitely lower than usual today, and I might seem a bit preoccupied. I'm feeling a little overwhelmed with [mention a vague, age-appropriate reason, e.g., 'work stuff,' 'a lot on my plate']. It's not because of you, and I'm figuring out how to get back to feeling more shalem (whole). A little quiet time would really help me right now."
• Why it works: It validates their observation, normalizes parental imperfection, offers a simple explanation, provides a micro-plan for self-care, and reassures them it's not their fault. It models self-awareness and self-advocacy.

Scenario 2: When a Well-Meaning Friend/Family Member Points Out Your Overwhelm

Sometimes, the people who love us most can make us feel most exposed when our inner altar is nifgam.

• The Awkward Question: "You look completely exhausted," or "Are you taking on too much? You seem really stressed."
• Your Inner Altar is Nifgam: You feel seen (which can be good or bad), judged, defensive, or simply too tired to explain.
• 30-Second Script:
  • To a close, trusted friend/family member: "You're not wrong. My inner altar has definitely seen better days this week/month. I'm feeling pretty nifgam (or 'depleted'). It's a lot, and I'm trying to find some micro-moments to repair. Maybe we could chat more about it later, or even better, if you're offering, a quick coffee/walk sometime would be a huge tikkun (repair) for my soul."
  • To a less close acquaintance (or when you don't want to elaborate): "Thanks for your concern. It's definitely a busy season/time of life, and I'm navigating it the best I can. We all have our moments where our 'altar' feels a bit dinged up, right? I'm aiming for some micro-wins in self-care." (Smile and change the subject).
• Why it works: It acknowledges their observation without oversharing, normalizes the struggle, sets a gentle boundary, and either opens the door for genuine support or politely deflects. It uses the language of shalem and tikkun to frame it as a process, not a failure.

Scenario 3: When You Feel Like You're Failing as a Parent (Internal Script)

This is perhaps the most insidious "awkward question" because it comes from within. It’s the voice that tells you your altar is not just damaged, but disqualified.

• The Awkward Question: "I'm messing everything up. I'm not good enough. My kids deserve better."
• Your Inner Altar is Nifgam: Overwhelmed by guilt, self-doubt, exhaustion. You feel like Rabbi Yosei's "dwarf" altar – disqualified.
• 30-Second Script (to yourself): "Stop. Breathe. My altar might feel nifgam right now, and that's okay. I am not nanas (disqualified). I am doing my best with the energy and resources I have. This feeling is a signal, not a sentence. What's one tiny thing I can do right now to offer myself chesed (loving-kindness) and move towards shalem? Even a sip of water or a deep breath counts as a micro-repair."
• Why it works: It interrupts the negative self-talk, acknowledges the feeling without judgment, refutes the "disqualified" narrative, and immediately shifts to actionable, compassionate self-care. It embodies the "good-enough" parent philosophy.

Scenario 4: When Your Child is Struggling, and You Feel It's Your Fault

Parental guilt can be crushing, especially when our children face challenges. We often blame our own nifgam state for their struggles.

• The Awkward Question: "My child is struggling with X, and I feel like if I were more shalem (less stressed, more patient), this wouldn't be happening. It's my fault."
• Your Inner Altar is Nifgam: Overburdened by responsibility, guilt, and a sense of inadequacy.
• 30-Second Script (to yourself, or a trusted confidante): "This is so hard to watch. My child's struggle is their experience, and my role is to support them, not to perfectly prevent all challenges. I can't control everything, and my imperfections don't make me a bad parent. My inner altar might be nifgam, but I am still capable of love and support. What's one small, loving thing I can do for my child right now, and what's one small thing I can do for myself so I can show up for them more fully?"
• Why it works: It separates the child's experience from direct parental blame, acknowledges the parent's pain, redefines the parent's role as supportive rather than flawless, and again, shifts to dual micro-actions – for the child and for self.

These scripts are not about perfection, but about providing immediate, accessible tools for navigating the inevitable challenges of parenting with more self-awareness, compassion, and strategic communication. Each time you use one, you're performing a micro-repair on your own inner altar, strengthening its integrity, and modeling healthy emotional intelligence for your children.

Habit

The 3-Breath Shalem Scan: A Daily Micro-Repair

This week's micro-habit is designed to be incredibly simple, requiring less than a minute, yet profoundly impactful. It's your daily "altar check-in," a moment to gently assess your inner state and offer yourself a sliver of chesed (loving-kindness). Remember, our goal isn't to fix everything in one go, but to consistently acknowledge and attend to our inner altar, moving towards shalem one micro-win at a time.

The Habit: The 3-Breath Shalem Scan

What it is: A brief, intentional pause to check in with your physical and emotional state, asking yourself if your "inner altar" feels shalem (whole, calm, complete) or nifgam (damaged, depleted, stressed).

How to do it (less than 60 seconds):

1. Choose Your Moment: Pick a consistent, low-pressure moment in your day. This could be:
   • After brushing your teeth in the morning.
   • Before you open the car door after dropping off kids.
   • While your coffee/tea is brewing.
   • Before you scroll social media.
   • When you sit down for a quick break.
   • Before bed.
2. Pause and Breathe (3 breaths): Close your eyes for a moment if you can, or simply soften your gaze. Take three slow, intentional breaths. Inhale deeply, exhale slowly. Let your shoulders drop.
3. The Shalem Scan (5-10 seconds): As you breathe, gently ask yourself:
   • "How does my inner altar feel right now? More shalem or more nifgam?"
   • (Optional, if nifgam): "What's one tiny thing I could do right now, or very soon, to offer myself a micro-repair?" (Don't judge the answer; just notice it.)
4. Acknowledge and Release: Simply acknowledge whatever comes up, without judgment. "Okay, I'm feeling a bit nifgam today," or "Feeling a little more shalem than I thought." Then, release the thought.

Why this habit is a micro-win for your "inner altar":

• Builds Self-Awareness: Just like the Gemara meticulously details the altar's condition, this habit helps you become aware of your own. You can't repair what you don't acknowledge.
• Normalizes Nifgam: It teaches you that feeling nifgam is a normal part of life, not a sign of failure. It's an indicator, not a condemnation.
• Empowers Micro-Repair: Even if you don't do the micro-repair immediately, the act of identifying one is a powerful step towards agency and self-care. It plants a seed.
• Cultivates Chesed (Loving-Kindness): This is a small act of kindness to yourself. You are worthy of this moment of attention and care.
• Interrupts the Rush: It creates a tiny sacred pause in the day's relentless pace, allowing you to re-center.
• No Guilt, Just Data: There's no "right" answer. It's just information about your current state, allowing you to adapt your parenting and self-care as needed.

Your micro-win for the week is simply to try this 3-Breath Shalem Scan at least once a day, for three days. If you miss a day, no problem. Just pick it up again. The goal is consistency in awareness, not perfection in feeling shalem. By doing this, you're gently tending to your own sacred vessel, ensuring it remains as whole and ready as possible for the holy work of raising your family.

Takeaway + Citations

Dear parents, the Gemara in Zevachim 59, with its intricate debates about the altar's placement and integrity, offers us a profound metaphor for our own parenting journey. Just as the altar needed to be shalem – complete, whole, and in good repair – for the sacred offerings to be valid, so too do we, as the living altars of our families, need to tend to our own wholeness. This isn't about achieving an impossible perfection, but about cultivating self-awareness, practicing self-compassion, and committing to ongoing, gentle tikkun – repair – when we inevitably feel nifgam or "too small" for the demands of our calling. Bless the chaos, dear ones, and remember that even the smallest act of tending to your inner altar is a sacred micro-win.

Citations

• Zevachim 59a:10: https://www.sefaria.org/Zevachim.59a.10
• Rashi on Zevachim 59a:11:1: https://www.sefaria.org/Rashi_on_Zevachim.59a.11.1
• Steinsaltz on Zevachim 59a:10: https://www.sefaria.org/Steinsaltz_on_Zevachim.59a.10
• Exodus 40:29: https://www.sefaria.org/Exodus.40.29
• Leviticus 1:11: https://www.sefaria.org/Leviticus.1.11
• Exodus 20:21: https://www.sefaria.org/Exodus.20.21
• I Kings 8:64: https://www.sefaria.org/I_Kings.8.64
• I Kings 3:4: https://www.sefaria.org/I_Kings.3.4
• I Kings 8:63: https://www.sefaria.org/I_Kings.8.63
• Exodus 27:1: https://www.sefaria.org/Exodus.27.1
• Ezekiel 43:16: https://www.sefaria.org/Ezekiel.43.16
• Exodus 30:2: https://www.sefaria.org/Exodus.30.2
• Exodus 27:18: https://www.sefaria.org/Exodus.27.18
• Numbers 4:26: https://www.sefaria.org/Numbers.4.26
• Zevachim 59a:1:1 (Rashi): https://www.sefaria.org/Rashi_on_Zevachim.59a.1.1
• Zevachim 59a:1:2 (Rashi): https://www.sefaria.org/Rashi_on_Zevachim.59a.1.2
• Zevachim 59a:1 (Steinsaltz): https://www.sefaria.org/Steinsaltz_on_Zevachim.59a.1
• Zevachim 59a:10:1 (Rashi): https://www.sefaria.org/Rashi_on_Zevachim.59a.10.1
• Zevachim 59a:1 (Gilyon HaShas): https://www.sefaria.org/Gilyon_HaShas_on_Zevachim.59a.1
• Zevachim 59a:11:1 (Tosafot): https://www.sefaria.org/Tosafot_on_Zevachim.59a.11.1