Aliya Summary: At this point a heavenly fire descends and consumes
the offerings on the altar. Aaron's eldest two sons, Nadav and Avihu,
bring an unauthorized incense offering and a heavenly fire consumes
them. Moshe orders the removal of their bodies from the Tabernacle, and
instructs Aaron and his remaining two sons not to observe the
traditional laws of mourning, considering that they had to continue
serving in the Sanctuary on behalf of the Jewish nation. The priests are
instructed not to imbibe wine before performing Temple service.
Two
of the many "traditions" as to what Nadav and Avihu did wrong are that
they decided a point of halacha on their own (to bring an offering) in
the presence of their "rebbi" (Moshe), and that they did not consult
with anyone in this halachic matter. It behooves us to learn a sobering
(purposeful choice of the word) lesson from all of the possible flaws in
the actions of Nadav and Avihu. One must be careful when making
decisions for oneself and their family. Consulting a Rabbi is a good
idea.
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