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Zevahim 85: Yes, the Gemara Considers Any and Every Case

12.08.2025 | י״ח בכסלו תשפ״ו

Given the clear categorization and classification of all of the various factors for the sacrifices, Ullah addresses cases of “kodshim kalim” – when the parts of these offerings were on the offering before the sprinkling of the blood (which was usually necessary to make them suitable for the altar). Plus, a key distinction between animals that were already slaughtered as compared to those that were alive – and already brought to the altar (and then brought down). Also, what about a blemished animal that ended up on the altar? With comparisons brought between bird offerings and animal offerings – specifically, for example, in the case of cataracts. Plus, the timing of placement on the altar – if the blemish precedes the consecration of the specific animal. Also, delving into the details of bestiality – with birds, no less.

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Anne and Yardaena

Anne Gordon is the deputy editor of Ops & Blogs at The Times of Israel. She is a veteran educator, having taught in high school and post-high school institutions in Israel and America for several decades. Yardaena Osband is a pediatrician and teaches in her community and online. They both hail from Boston, proud alumna of Maimonides School, where they first learned Gemara. Talking Talmud is their conversation (via podcast) on the daf yomi. They say: “Learning the daf? We have something for you to think about. Not learning the daf? We have something for you to think about! (Along with a taste of the daf…) Join the conversation with us!”

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