Why does the Pasuk use the expression "Yutan" (rather than 'Yiten')?
From which stage of growth does "v'Chi Yutan Mayim al Zera..." become applicable?
Rashi: From the moment the 'fruit' is detached. 1
Because all fruit has had contact with water whilst it is attached to the ground (Rashi). See also Rashbam on Pasuk 37.
What are the implications of "ve
Chulin, 121a: It implies that only something that is not destined to adopt a stringent Tum'ah (Neveilah) like seeds requires Hechshar
What happens if the food is already dry when the Neveilah falls on it?
Rashi and Ramban: Refer to 11:34:3:1*.
Targum Yonasan: The food only becomes 'b'Chi Yutan' if it is still wet. 1
See Na'ar Yonasan.
What are the connotations of "Tamei Hu"?
Pesachim 14a: To teach us that although the seeds becomes Tamei they cannot transmit Tum'ah to other food
See Torah Temmah, note 159
Why does the Torah add the word "Asher Hi Lachem le
Chulin, 118a: Refer to 11:35:2:1