Aliya Summary: We are enjoined not to consume blood. When
slaughtering fowl or undomesticated animals, we are commanded to cover
their blood with earth. The Jews are admonished not to follow the
depraved ways of the Egyptians and Canaanites. On this note, the Torah
provides a list of prohibited sexual relationships. The list includes
adultery, cohabiting with a menstruating woman, and forbidden close
relatives.
From the term "and live by them", we are
taught two important concepts. Judaism is not just a religion; it is a
way of life. Furthermore, this verse is (one of) the source(s) of the
concept that many mitzvot (but not all!) are pushed aside if there is a
life-threatening situation. Mitzvot are to LIVE by, not die by.
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