Are Locust Kosher

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While the Torah bans us from eating all insects, the Torah makes an exception for locust. The Torah lists certain types of locust that we are allowed to eat. Why did the Torah allow us to eat locust? Which types of locust are kosher? Can we eat them today?

A fascinating discussion about the kosher status of locust.

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Are Locust Kosher

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published 약 1년 전

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A fascinating discussion about the kosher status of locust.

343 에피소드

#Jewish #Religion #Zalman Gordon

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