Kodshim

These are the individual tractates of Kodashim, the fifth order of the Mishna. These descriptions are not meant as halachic decisions. Please consult an Orthodox Rabbi for specific information.

Zevachim - The laws concerning the bringing of animal offerings in the Temple.
Menachos - The laws of meal offerings in the Temple.
Chulin - The laws of ritual slaughter (shechita) and kashrus.
Bechoros - The laws of the first born male child (both animal and human).
Erchin - The value of a pledge to the Temple "on my life/on my child's life" etc.
Temura - The (illegal) transfer of holiness from one potential animal sacrifice to another.
Krisos - The bringing of sin offerings or other offerings for the more serious sins.
Me'ila - The accidental personal use of Temple property.
Tamid - The laws of the daily service in the Temple.
Midos - A description of the second Temple in Jerusalem.
Kinim - The laws of bird offerings in the Temple.

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