Purpose of Orlah/2
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Purpose of Orlah
Exegetical Approaches
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.
