This week’s Torah reading raises a fascinating (disturbing?) issue. God requires Moshe Rabbeinu to avenge B’nei Yisrael upon the people of Midian (Bamidbar 31:2). Isn’t taking revenge specifically prohibited (LO TIKOM, Vayikra 19:18). Is God telling our beloved leader and guide to sin? Of course… | Read More in The Blogs
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