Pesachim 118: What Gratitude Does Israel Owe Egypt?
A series of juxtaposed verses.... How difficult is it for people to acquire food?! "Etzev" and "itzavon" about Adam and Eve suggests the comparison. Similarly, a comparison to the protection by either God at one's job (of shepherding) or an angel, for getting food. Plus, other challenges, including going to the bathroom... as challenging as splitting the sea. So too, producing food. Is it hyperbole? Because that language for Adam and Eve is in the context of curses, no less. Also, disparaging the holidays is akin to idolatry. Also, indicting lashon hara, false testimony, etc. And back to…
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