Topics covered:
Chapter 4, Mishna 8
Is the word of a non-Torah scholar valid regarding seclusion of man & woman forbidden to each other? Are Torah scholars at risk of sinning when secluded with woman? When does rabbinic court flog man and/or woman for transgression? Can someone be punished for an untrue rumor about them? What does βthe wound of the year is the festivalβ mean? (maybe I misheard) Is it appropriate to ridicule transgressors? How much atonement is required from one who meant to commit a sin but didnβt really do it? Who canβt a man be secluded with?
Opening song: Moshe Storch leads Hallel at Beis Medrash Hancock Park