This is one of three things in the Torah which R

Mekhilta DeRabbi Yishmael Mekhilta Tractate Nezikin 6:13

Curated by The Jewish Mythology Team · Published January 24, 2025

This is one of three things in the Torah which R. Yishmael expounded metaphorically. Similarly, (Exodus 22:2) "If the sun shone upon him." Now is it upon him alone that the sun shines? Does it not shine upon the whole world? But, (the intent is) just as the sun is peace for the world, so, this one, if it were known about him that he (the one breaking into his house) were at peace with him (i.e., would not kill him, as in the instance of a father breaking in to steal from his son), and he (the son) killed him, he is liable.

Themes

Torah Abraham Egypt Exodus Kings

Biblical References

Exodus 22:2

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