B'midbar

When Is B'midbar Read?

May 31, 2025 / 4 Sivan 5785

May 16, 2026 / 29 Iyar 5786

June 5, 2027 / 29 Iyar 5787

Summary

God commands Moses to take a census of all the Israelite males over the age of twenty. (1:1-46)
The duties of the Levites, who are not included in the census, are detailed. (1:47-51)
Each tribe is assigned specific places in the camp around the Tabernacle. (1:52-2:34)
The sons of Levi are counted and their responsibilities are set forth. (3:1-3:39)
A census of the firstborn males is taken and a special redemption tax is levied on them. (3:40-51)
God instructs Moses and Aaron regarding the responsibilities of Aaron and his sons, and the duties assigned to the Kohathites. (4:1-20)

Ten Minutes of Torah: B'midbar Commentary

Parashat B’midbar

By: Rabbi Stephanie Bernstein

Parashat B’midbar Study Guide Themes

Theme 1: Making it Count

Theme 2: If Elected, We Will Serve—Making the Levites Count

INTRODUCTION

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Video: Learn More About Parashat B'midbar

Learn More About Parashat B'midbar with Bim Bam

Reporter Helen Chernikoff digs into the statistics of the Israelite census and tells us some interesting stories about the people who were wandering in the desert - much more than just their ages and occupations. Take a look B'midbar - in a desert - and see what you can learn about people. Enjoy this video and other with Bim Bam.