Daf Yomi with R’ Eli Stefansky (MDY) Daf Yomi Zevachim Daf 85 by R’ Eli Stefansky
Dec 8, 2025
R’ Eli Stefansky kicks off with community updates and listener feedback, discussing the growth of the Daf Yomi community. He dives into the nuances of shechita, including the difference between bird and animal offerings. Blood's role in atonement and the complexities of placing offerings on the mizbeach are explored. Practical issues surrounding sacrifices and the significance of blemished animals spark lively discussions. Listeners can expect halachic insights on menorah lighting oils and the anatomical quirks of birds, making for a captivating and informative listen.
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One-Year Daf Yomi Celebration
- R’ Eli Stefansky celebrates one year of daily Daf Yomi and thanks his wife and supporters for consistent learning.
- He notes over 50% of the new Dapim are sponsored and highlights the edition's readability and translation features.
Shechita Inside Versus Outside The Mikdash
- Shechita inside the Beit HaMikdash can produce different legal outcomes than shechita outside, especially for birds.
- Rashi explains shechita of a bird inside the Mikdash is effectively treated as killing, not kosher shechita.
Track Zerika To Know Sacrificial Status
- Understand the difference between kachikachim and kachikalam to know when zerika changes status.
- Remember zerika (sprinkling) can convert parts that were previously unrestricted into sacrificial status.