Shavua tov! I was reading the Parsha to myself this shabbos from an English translated Chumash and I had some questions about the text. I won’t be seeing a rabbi for a few weeks so I am hoping some of you can help me answer these questions:
Based on the prohibition from breeding animals of different species, is creating a mule not allowed? I assume it is not allowed but wanted to confirm.
There are multiple Mitzvot in the Parsha that correspond to a punishment of being pelted to death by stones (Leviticus 20:2 and 20:16, for example). What is the practical application of this? I know some Mitzvot only apply in Eretz Israel or only apply when we had the Temple. Is this a punishment that applies today? Would someone get pelted to death under Jewish law today?
Leviticus 19:26 says not to act on the basis of fortuitous times, according to the translation I am using. I have heard that it is encouraged to plan weddings on “auspicious” days, like Tu B’Av. How is that different from acting on fortuitous times?
Bonus question not from the Parsha: is the Yetzer in yetzer hara the same root as the Yatzar in the Asher Yatzar blessing? I was thinking about that this shabbos. Seems like the words are related?
Thank you for helping me better understand the Parsha! I appreciate it so much! Have a great week!
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