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The Meaning of Noah's Ark Window

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The Torah portion of Noah instructs Noah to build a window in the ark. The article explores the purpose and significance of this window for human perspective. The reflection is presented ahead of Shabbat Kodesh, Parshat Noah. Photography for the piece was done by Rabbi Yaakov Avitan.

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  • Noah was instructed to build a window in the ark during the flood.
  • The window, or Tzohar, was to be one cubit high and at the top of the ark.
  • The article explores the purpose and significance of this window.
  • The reflection is timed for Shabbat Kodesh, Parshat Noah.
  • Rabbi Yaakov Avitan is credited with the photography.

The Torah portion of "Noah" describes Noah being instructed to build an "opening" or "window" (Tzohar) in the ark, which was to be one cubit high and located at the top. The purpose of this window and its significance for human perspective are explored in an accompanying video. This reflection is offered ahead of Shabbat Kodesh, Parshat Noah. The article includes a greeting of "Shabbat Shalom and blessed!" and credits Rabbi Yaakov Avitan for the photography.

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