Rashbam: Moses, Editor-in-Chief (Balak)
Moses, according to the Rashbam, does not only transcribe God’s word into Torah. He also acts as editor, at least in the case of Balaam’s blessings.
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Rashbam: Why Water? (Chukat)
The Israelites move towards the Promised Land, traveling through other kingdoms. They promise not to take any water – confounding later French commentators.
A Giant Mistake (D’var Torah Korach)
Parshat Korach tells of a band of rebels within the Israelite camp, discontent with their place in the structure and…
Rashbam: Reasonable Rebellion (Korach)
The Israelites constantly complain in the wilderness. In the aftermath of Korach’s rebellion, the people complain yet again. Rashbam explains their reason.
Rashbam: The One Mitzvah (Sh’lach Lecha)
Numbers 15:22-25 describe the ritual atonement for accidental transgression of kol hamitzvot. Can it really be a ritual only for breaking every single rule?