The One Who Accepts a Bribe, Rabbi Nathan Taught, Distorts

Mekhilta Tractate Kaspa 3:19

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

R. Nathan says: (Ibid.) "and perverts the words of the righteous": He distorts the righteous words pronounced at Sinai.

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Torah Moses Divine Justice

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