One of the disciples of R - Mekhilta Tractate Shabbata 2 — 11

Mekhilta DeRabbi Yishmael Mekhilta Tractate Shabbata 2:11

Curated by The Jewish Mythology Team · Published January 19, 2025

One of the disciples of R. Yishmael asked: What is the intent of "You shall not light a fire"?—From (Devarim 21:21) "And if there be in a man a sin whose judgment is death, then he shall be put to death," I would understand, both on a weekday or on the Sabbath. And how would I understand "Those who profane it shall be put to death"? As referring to other deaths, other than judicial death penalties. But perhaps, even judicial death penalties, and how would I understand "then he shall be put to death"? As referring to weekdays, and not on the Sabbath.

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Divine justice Shabbat Death

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