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This verse is not quoted in the Talmud.
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Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Hebrew Text
English Translation
Transliteration
Hebrew Leining Text
Parasha Commentary
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
- "הָאִישׁ הָרַךְ בְּךָ וְהֶעָנֹג מְאֹד" (the man that is tender among you, and very delicate): Rashi explains that this refers to a person who has lived a life of luxury and comfort, never enduring hardship. The Ibn Ezra adds that such a person is unaccustomed to suffering and will react with extreme selfishness when faced with deprivation.
- "תֵּרַע עֵינוֹ בְאָחִיו" (his eye shall be evil towards his brother): The Kli Yakar interprets this as a manifestation of jealousy and resentment, where even close familial bonds break down under the pressure of scarcity. The Sforno emphasizes that this cruelty arises from a complete abandonment of moral restraint.
- "וּבְאֵשֶׁת חֵיקוֹ וּבְיֶתֶר בָּנָיו" (and towards the wife of his bosom, and towards the remnant of his children): The Malbim notes that this highlights the inversion of natural human compassion—where one would expect love and protection for one's spouse and children, desperation instead breeds hostility.
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.
Context of the Verse
The verse appears in Devarim (Deuteronomy) 28:54, within the section of the Tochacha (Rebuke), where Moshe warns Bnei Yisrael of the severe consequences that will befall them if they stray from the Torah. This particular verse describes the extreme desperation that will arise during times of siege and famine, where even the most refined and delicate individuals will turn against their own family members.
Explanation of Key Phrases
Moral and Ethical Lessons
The Rambam (Hilchot Teshuvah 4:1) teaches that suffering can either refine a person or corrupt them, depending on their spiritual resilience. This verse serves as a stark warning about the dangers of becoming too attached to physical comfort, as it can lead to moral decay in times of crisis. The Midrash Tanchuma (Re'eh 4) further elaborates that such behavior stems from a lack of trust in Hashem, causing people to act out of fear and selfishness rather than faith.
Historical and Prophetic Implications
The Abarbanel connects this verse to the destruction of the First and Second Temples, where siege conditions led to horrific acts of desperation among the Jewish people. The Chofetz Chaim (in his commentary on the Torah) emphasizes that these tragedies were not merely historical events but eternal lessons about the consequences of abandoning Torah values.