Behar - In Depth

earn? I don't think we earn, but rather we learn. Reply

A Matter of Interest. There is the famous story of Hillel summarizing Torah while standing on one leg. You do not do to another what you would find hurtful if it were done to you.
You would not charge interest to a family member, nor would you expect them (be they parent, sibling or cousin) to charge you -- you do not profit from the needs of a family member. Each of the tribes shares a common ancestor, making all Hebrews, regardless of their tribe, members of the same family and cousins. Therefore interest is improper... this also makes it proper to return their property (taken in pledge of a debt) in the fiftieth year; making it available as inheritance within their Tribe. As Moses stated, each Tribe is entitled to, and shall keep, their inheritance -- though conditions in regions probably necessitated and loans were doubtless made across tribes. Reply

This lecture is unbelievable, totally makes sense and explains questions that I just asked myself today. Wish it wouldn't have been so short. May I add, that in my experience, G-d also helps doing the mitzvot, a whole lot. It's like when we learned how to ride a bike, remember, a parent had a hand on our back and gently pushed us forward. This would describe it best. G-d is so benevolent, and patient. Reply