Zevachim 23, 24, and 25 - Stand and Deliver

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Zevachim 23, 24, and 25 - Stand and Deliver

Tablet Magazine

October 9, 2025 · 6:54

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On today’s pages, Zevachim 23, 24, and 25, the Talmud insists that priests must stand while serving, echoing Deuteronomy’s command to “stand to minister.” After a long stretch of holidays filled with more standing than sitting, this teaching hits home. What does standing up—literally—teach us about focus, presence, and prayer? Listen and find out.