Ibn Ezra: Differentiation and Unity (Shemini)
Moses must teach the new priests two important lessons – first, to differentiate, distinguish, divide, and discern. Second, to once again see unity.
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Rashbam: Habitual vs. Strategic Action (Shmini)
Nadav and Avihu offer strange fire and burn up instead in God’s fire. What did they do wrong? Rashbam suggests it’s a matter of habit versus strategy.