Ibn Ezra: The Five Paths
Ibn Ezra’s introduction to his Torah commentary comprises primarily a listing of what it is not – and lambasting those…
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Ibn Ezra: Introductory Poem to the Torah Commentary
Abraham ibn Ezra starts his Torah commentary with a brief poem. He offers it as a prayer for true and successful interpretation.
Abraham ibn Ezra: An Introduction
Abraham ibn Ezra (1092-1167 CE) was born in Tudela, in northern Spain. From age 50 until his death at 75, he wandered all over Europe and taught Torah.
Rashbam: Power Pasuk (Emor)
Rashbam’s comments often borrow language from other parts of the Tanakh, weaving together different parts of the tradition. Does he have a favorite pasuk?
Rashbam: Knowing When to Quit (Vayechi)
Vayechi, alone of all weekly portions, begins with no spacing from the previous portion. Rashbam has a novel interpretation.