1)

What is the definition of "Merkav"?

1.

Rashi: "Merkav" is (not the saddle on which he sits, but) the vertical projecting part of the saddle (which the rider holds on to for support). 1


1

See Sifsei Chachamim. Refer also to 15:10:1:1. Targum Yonasan: It also incorporates the strap with which the rider straps himself when riding

2)

What is the difference between Tum'as Mishkav and Moshav and Tum'as Merkav>

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Oznayim la'Torah: The former require Kibus Begadim, the latter does not.

3)

Why does the Torah insert the (otherwise superfluous) word "ve'Chol ha'Merkav asher Yishkav alav"?

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Sifra: To teach us that the Din of Tum'as Merkav is confined to the (wooden) projection of the saddle and not to Mishkav and Moshav.

Sefer: Perek: Pasuk:

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