Vayikra 5775

Vayikra as a whole deals with the numerous sacrifices given for any occasion. This week's parsha talks about the sacrifices brought for sinning. The Torah lists the sacrifices given by a Kohen, an individual, a community, and a "nasi," (a leader). When discussing the first three, the Torah uses the word "if." However, when discussing the nasi, the Torah says "when." The Seforno explains why there is a change. The nasi will sin because of the political power and control he has. It will surely corrupt him and cause him to sin. The Torah is teaching us that one in power must stay true to his values and not become corrupt. If he does, he must be humble and admit to his wrongdoing.