In the Talmud Menachos 110, Chazal comment that one who studies Torah does not need to bring a Korban Olah, Minchah, or Asham. The Torah study in itself serves as a vehicle for atonement. The Kotzker Rebbe, zl, once said, “I thought I would have chassidim who would not listen to the enticements of the yetzer hora, evil inclination, not because they would not want to, but rather, because they would be so involved in Torah study they simply would not have the time to listen!” This may be the underlying message of our pasuk. One who studies Torah will have no need for the korbanos to atone for his actions, since he will not have the opportunity to do anything inappropriate.
How true are the Rebbe’s words. If we look around, we would better appreciate the truth of his statement. When people have spare time, they tend to get into trouble. Boredom leads to troublesome situations. Torah study is the panacea which not only prevents the sin, it also atones for it.
