By Torah.org | Series: The Basics of Torah | Level: Beginner
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.