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<p>The prohibition to eat of the fruit of a tree in its first three years is a reaction to idolatrous practices.</p>
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<category>Health Benefits
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<mekorot>The law is meant to preserve the health of the Children of Israel.&#160; ass the fruit that a tree bears in its first three years is harmful and detrimental to one's health, Hashem prohibitted its consumption.</mekorot>
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Version as of 22:36, 7 January 2019

Purpose of Orlah

Exegetical Approaches

This topic has not yet undergone editorial review

Distancing from Idolatry

The prohibition to eat of the fruit of a tree in its first three years is a reaction to idolatrous practices.

Health Benefits

Sources:The law is meant to preserve the health of the Children of Israel.  ass the fruit that a tree bears in its first three years is harmful and detrimental to one's health, Hashem prohibitted its consumption.

Recognition of Hashem

Self Control