Parashat Mishpatim
“Judgments”

27 Shevat 5786
February 14, 2026

Torah Reading

Baruch atah Adonai Eloheinu, Melech ha’olam
Asher bachar banu mechol ha’amim v’natan lanu et Torahto
Baruch atah Adonai, notein ha’Torah

Blessed are You, O LORD our God, King of the universe
Who has chosen us from all peoples, and given us His Torah
Blessed are You, O LORD, giver of the Torah

Annual Cycle

• Exodus 21:1-24:18
  These are the rulings you are to present to them…
  (Exodus 21:1 CJB)

• 2 Kings 12:1-7 (A)
• 2 Kings 11:17-12:7 (S)
  (A) indicates the Ashkenazi tradition.
  (S) indicates the Sephardic tradition.
  This special Haftarah portion is for Shabbat Shekalim.

The regular Haftarah portion is:

• Isaiah 6:1-7:6, 9:5(6)-6(7) (A)
• Isaiah 6:1-13 (S)
  (A) indicates the Ashkenazi tradition.
  (S) indicates the Sephardic tradition.

New Testament Reading

Baruch atah Adonai Eloheinu, Melech ha’olam
Asher natan lanu Meshiach Yeshua, v’ha’dibrot ha’Brit haChadasha
Baruch atah Adonai, notein ha’Brit haChadasha

Blessed are You, O LORD our God, King of the universe
Who has given us Messiah Yeshua and the words of the New Covenant
Blessed are You, O LORD, giver of the New Covenant

• Matthew 17:22-27

Suggested Psalm

• Psalm 72

Misphatim from a Messianic Perspective

Modern life presents countless challenges and moral dilemmas, much like those faced by the Israelites. By using the ethical guidelines of Mishpatim, individuals can navigate complex societal issues while maintaining integrity and empathy. Whether it’s about fair trade practices, employee relations, or giving a voice to the marginalized, these principles provide a steady foundation.

The teachings of Yeshua build on the foundational concepts found in Mishpatim, offering deeper insights into living a life of service and love. Followers are encouraged to integrate the teachings from both testaments, cultivating a mindset that prioritizes the well-being of others while staying true to one’s faith.

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Torah Portion readings and the associated Haftarah readings generally follow the Stone Edition Chumash and/or the Complete Jewish Bible. Verse numbering generally follows the Hebrew tradition, and where modern Christian traditions differ those verse numbers are shown in parentheses (). Haftarah readings generally follow the Ashkenazi tradition. Where the Sephardic tradition differs, the Haftarah portions are designated as (A) and (S). Suggested New Testament readings are taken from various sources including the Walk! series of Devotion Commentaries by Dr. Jeffrey Enoch Feinberg and First Fruits of Zion. Suggested Psalm readings are from the Messianic Siddur for Shabbat by Daniel Perek. Unless otherwise marked, Scripture quotations are taken from the Complete Jewish Bible, Copyright © 1998 and 2016 by David H. Stern. Used by permission. All copyrights reserved worldwide.

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