Impulses and Ethics in the Laws of Deuteronomy

Sifrei Devarim 172:1

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

and one who says "Do not begin" (a new enterprise) — it is morning; it is the New Moon; it is the end of Shabbath."

"mechashef" (a sorcerer): One who performs an act is liable (under this interdict); one who (merely) deceives the eyes is not liable.

(Devarim 18:11) "chover chaver" (one who gathers animals into one spot and divines through them): whether he gathers snakes or scorpions.

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