English: The oil — its minority holds back its majority; why? Because the verse says “and from its oil,” that if it lacks any amount it is invalid.
In the sugya: Parallel to the flour rule, the oil component is likewise subject to strict completeness.
Type of Learning
Miyut of incomplete oil — any shortfall in the oil invalidates the offering.
What Is Learned
Any shortfall in the oil invalidates the minchah. The verse’s reference to “its oil” is read as requiring the full measure; even a small deficiency renders the entire offering invalid.