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Shimshon, David and Boaz: Passion and Restraint
Part 6
Dr. Yael Ziegler |David, the royal progeny of Ruth, and Shimshon, the last shofet in Shoftim, have some striking similarities. Comparing the two, and examining the critical differences separating the king from the failed tribal champion, highlights the importance of Ruth and Boaz in serving as an antidote to the problematic period of Shoftim.
The Case of the Eshet Yefat Toar
Rabbi Alex Israelתאריך פרסום: September 2011 (5771) | | 30 minutes
This class deals with the troubling case of the “Eishet Yefat To’ar”—the beautiful woman from battle. We explore and analyze the differing approaches of Rashi, Ramban, and the Rambam to better grapple with apparent issues of morality and ethics of war and society.
Ruth: Of Loyalty and Treason
Rabbi Moshe Shulmanתאריך פרסום: תשע"ה | |
Why do Elimelekh and his sons die? And why had they left the Land of Israel in the first place – if their purpose was to escape the famine, then going to Moav would not ameliorate their situation, as Moav would ostensibly be similarly affected. We turn to the stories of Lot and Avraham as well as the Book of Shoftim, supplemented by Midrash and commentary, to help us explore the mystery of the famine and the journey to Moav. This famine is not caused by rain: this famine is caused by war. His decision to go to Moav is not about leaving the Land of Israel, but rather an act of treason - which contrasts the loyalty and courage of Rut, Naomi, and Boaz.
Avraham's Concern about Casualties
Rabbi David SilverbergThe Generation who Left Egypt - People of War?
Rabbi Shlomo Dov RosenParshat Shoftim - The Psychology of War
Rabbi Alex Israel | 36 minutesIn this shiur, we will look at the notion of war as expressed in series of parshiyyot within Parashat Shoftim about Israel going to war.
These parshiyyot present a comprehensive approach, discussing who goes, who is exempt; if a call for peace is to be made or not, proper conduct for sieges, and in the next parasha - captive situations. We will examine various stages of war and ask what is going on in some of the strange features that are present. Why ask people if they are afraid? What is the role of the Kohen on the battlefield?