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Tetzaveh (Exodus 27:20 - 30:10)
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Meaning of the Torah portion name
The portion is named Tetzaveh, literally "you shall command", because it begins with God's
order to Moses to command the Israelites to bring pure olive oil in order to light the light in the Tabernacle regularly. literally "offering", because it begins with God telling Moses.
The portion contains detailed instructions given to Moses as to the dedication of Aaron and his sons as priests in the Desert Tabernacle. They are first commanded to light a regular light in the Tabernacle. There is then a very detailed description of the clothing of the High Priest, which include different garments as well as the Ephod - a special vest on which 12 stones representing the 12 tribes of Israel are placed. Special garments for the other priests are also needed and described.
Following the dressing of the priests, they are to be anointed with special sacrifices. Following their dedication, the Tabernacle is to be dedicated, as well as the altar. All these dedications are commanded with great technical detail.
List of dates
| 07 March 2009 | |
| 27 February 2010 | |
| 12 February 2011 |