זאת החיה אשר תאכלו (שמיני יא:ב)

The end letters of זאת החיה אשר תאכלוspell the word תורה. This alludes to Yidden’s preparation for Kabalas haTorah during the days of Sefira.  Torah must be learned as “זאת התורה”—with a G-dly chiyus. When one learns without enthusiasm and vitality, the learning lacks its true value. Just as a person must be careful about what he allows into his physical body—what he eats—so too must he be mindful of his ruchniyus, ensuring that what he takes in spiritually is pure and alive. tzadikim and special people, such as Moshe and Aharon.