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Rashi interprets the introductory phrase "af lo"as the antecedent of both clauses in the verse. Thus, according to Rashi, Datan and Aviram have two complaints: 1)You have not brought us to the land of milk and honey; 2)You have not given us an inheritance of fields and vineyards.
The Seforno has a fascinating approach to our question. He suggests that the verse be read according to our original interpretation, namely that Datan and Aviram are indeed upset about fields and vineyards that they did receive. To what fields and vineyards do they refer? According to the Seforno, Datan and Aviram said to Moshe as follows: Not only have you not brought us to the land of milk and honey, but you speak to us as if we have already arrived in Israel and received our portions. Here we are in the desert, the wilderness where nothing grows, yet you insist upon teaching us the laws of terumot and ma'asrot and the laws relating to the gifts that must be left in the field and in the vineyard for the poor. Moshe, you add insult to injury in that you have not delivered on your promise and yet you teach us laws that pertain only in the Land of Israel.
Datan and Aviram failed to comprehend that no matter where a Jew might be at a given moment, the possibility of settling in the Land of Israel is always a reality. "Next year in Jerusalem" is not only a hope but a decleration that we are ready to return to Israel and once again observe the shemita and other land related mitzvot to their fullest.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
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P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Re'e NEVER EXTREME EXCEPT ISRAEL
Parshat Re'eh
Judaism is against extremism, so how can we understand the seemingly extreme statements found in our sages in favor of living in the Land of Israel and against living in Chutz laAretz? The article deals with the seeming contradiction between the strength of Free-Will and the strength of being influenced by our surroundings.
Ekev DANCE FOR ISRAEL- FOR YOUR BENEFIT
Parshat Eikev
Description: The 7 Haftarot we read after Tisha B'Av ("Shiva D'Nichemta") surely get us excited that they're coming TRUE, and awaken us to yearn, dance & join the return to Zion! The short article also deals with the problems and solutions facing the American Jewish community as discussed at a recent panel, as well as the question why Jews come from America to Israel to help when we face problems, but Israelis don't come to aid Jews in America when they face anti-Semitism.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: Twin Foundations
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
D'varim Judaism’s Social Vision
Re’eh
Giving is more than an act of generosity—it is an essential part of human dignity that belongs to everyone, rich and poor alike. The ultimate goal of help is to empower others to stand on their own.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 9 - "Seeing is Believing" (parag. 21-30)
These paragraphs elaborate on the theme that seeing and knowing is better than any attempt to prove logically, and begins explaining the difference between Israel and gentiles.
