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“Speak to the entire assembly of Bnei Yisrael and say to them be holy.” (19:2)

Rashi explains that this parsha was proclaimed “b’hakhel” because the majority of the fundamental laws of the Torah are dependent upon it. All of Klal Yisrael assembled to read this parsha, while many other mitzvos focus on specific groups, such as Kohanim, Leviim, firstborns, or males, the principle of kedushah, holiness, pertains to all members of the Jewish community. Each member of Bnei Yisrael is enjoined to work towards this goal to the best of his capabilities. Horav E. Munk, z.l., advances this idea. The presence of the entire community signifies that the ideal goal of holiness can be achieved…

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