The word choice is interesting. They were out of control, in the throes of their personal passions and guided only by their impulses. 'His dominion' is understood as Yehuda's rule over Israel). Genuine holiness is not some perk earned merely by assuming some position or function. After all, didnt G-d assure them they were all holy [94]Exodus 19:6.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_94').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_94', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. However, as noted herein, Midrashic accounts and other commentators disagree with this point of view. To the contrary, as noted in the Talmud, According to the Shelah, Nachshon and the rest of the group of two hundred fifty had virtuous intentions. According to a well-known aggadah, Nahshon was the only one among the Israelites on reaching the Red Sea to obey the command of Moses to descend into the waters and courageously enter the waves, trusting that the promised miracle would occur and the sea be parted. Indeed, the Meshech Chochma. The people panicked and despaired. Inspiration & Entertainment Art & Poetry Jewish Art for the Soul. 7, he is at least 20 years old during the census in the Sinai, at the beginning of The Exodus. Given his unabashed bravery at the Red Sea and love of G-d, he might have been expected to balk at participating in a rebellion against those selected by G-d to serve. It is shocking to recognize that the Midrash[1]Numbers Rabbah 18:3.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_1').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_1', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); places all twelve of the Leaders (Nesiim) of the Tribes among the members of the two hundred and fifty men, who, deploying fire pans with incense[2]Numbers 16:17-19 and 35, as well as, 17:1-5.0), were incinerated in the Korach rebellion. However, this only begs the question of why this obsession with being personally and intimately involved with the performance of sacred rituals performed by the Kohanim? jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_44').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_44', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); explains, our inborn character traits are neutral; they may be sublimated in pursuance of a higher purpose or misused. brother-in-law of Aaron1 and an important figure in the Hebrew's Passage of the Red Sea which according to the Jewish Midrash he initiated by . [2][3][4] According to the Greek New Testament,[5] he is also the father-in-law of Rahab. With the proper level of belief, one can gain clarity and forge on successfully. The chieftains of each tribe are invited to present offerings for the dedication of the altar, one chieftain per day. Rabbi Meir appears to disagree about Nachshon being the first to jump into the water. Cf. This articleincorporates text from a publication now in the public domain:Singer, Isidore; etal., eds. Gender: Male Origin: Hebrew Alternate Spellings: Nahshon Select Gender: Female Male Either A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U V Y Z Much like Nadav and Avihu, they loved G-d and missed the loving feelings they experienced, which were irresistible and not tempered by the proper awe of G-d. They were also so sure of themselves and Nachshons excessive bravery and resolve may have been a real impediment to his exercising sober and independent good judgment, under the circumstances. Nachshons unrestrained courage and resolve, the very force of his personality that ennobled him, may have also negatively affected his judgment and put him in harms way. Rahab was also a Canaanite, who were the hated enemies of Israel. The angels saw Bnei Yisrael's plight all of that night, and they didn't give praise or thanks to their G-d (to Hashem--the angels stopped). See BT Sota 14a; Berachot 33b (which references Deuteronomy 10:12); and Shabbos 31b. () . (3) Pharaoh will say of the Israelites, They are astray in the land; the wilderness has closed in on them. (4) Then I will stiffen Pharaohs heart and he will pursue them, that I may gain glory through Pharaoh and all his host; and the Egyptians shall know that I am the LORD. Although his tribe was fourth in the order of the Patriarchs, at the dedication of the Tabernacle he was the first to bring his dedicatory offering. The maximum width of the sea is 355 km, and the sea's deepest point is 3,040 m at the central Suakin Trough, with the sea's estimated average depth being 490 m. Its noteworthy that despite the horrible result of Nadav and Avihu each taking a fire pan and performing the sacred ritual of burning incense, the two hundred fifty were willing to repeat what appeared to be the very same mistake. Then Nachshon comes into the Just because the sea splits doesn't mean we know exactly where we are going or how we're going to get there. Many in the Talmud mention , but I was unable to find the correct in the 100 results that came up. ; Jesher . I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing etc. However, their hubris and sanctimonious behavior were inexcusable and disqualifying. After all, why didnt he at least consult with his brother-in-law Aaron about his issue? See also Numbers Rabbah 13:7.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_41').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_41', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); of the waters of the Red Sea. The visible spectacle of Seventy Elders enjoying Ruach Hakodesh was, in essence, a form of. He was an Israelite and a Judahite, and a member of the Perezite and Hezronite clans, through his descent from Jacob, Judah, Perez, and Hezron, respectively. Interestingly, Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, in his book, Vision and Leadership (at page 45), discusses Judahs leadership qualities in contrast to those of Joseph. They began going down (in), and as they did, they were pelted with stones by the tribe of Yehuda, as it, says, "The princes of Yehuda pelt them with stones," (Ibd. According to Jewish tradition, he was the bold man who first entered the Red Sea during the Exodus. Nahshon was appointed by Moses, upon God's command, as prince of the Tribe of Judah. Nachshon entered the Red Seaas the ancient Midrash revealed, up to his nosewas the ancestor of King David and was, also, the brother-in-law of Aharon HaKohen, the brother of Moshe. (Because of this), it (the pasuk) says, "Your arid fields are as a pomegranate orchard." I was surprised yet again, only finding four brief pesukim about him, all in . Nahshon was the father of Salmon, Salmon the father of Boaz. The visible spectacle of Seventy Elders enjoying Ruach Hakodesh was, in essence, a form of advertising that might induce some to undertake the process. Then sprang forward Nachshon the son of Amminadav (he was the prince of the tribe of Yehuda) and descended first into the sea; as it is said, Ephraim compasseth me about with falsehood, and the house of Israel with deceipt; but Yehuda yet ruleth with G-d (the last words are rad 'im el, which are interpreted: he descended (into the sea because his trust was) with G-d). Why not then seek a position that emulated this entre to the Divine? Instead, they eschewed any advice and forfeited the opportunity for Moses to help them [98]Nachshon nephews, Nadav and Avihu, similarly failed to consult with Moses and also avoided consulting with their father Aaron or even each other, as noted above.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_98').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_98', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });, by participating in the Korach rebellion. According to the Book of Numbers, he was at least 20 years old during the census in the Sinai, during the Exodus. Nahshon Dion Anderson (born April 1, 1978) is an Afro-Latin American trans woman and Louisiana Creole writer. Israel saw the Egyptians dead on the shore of the sea. He presumably knew his brother-in-law Nachshon well and yet, he felt Nachshon would not have voluntarily stepped down when Moses returned. His expression in the original Hebrew is: Naval BReshut HaTorah . They wondered why it was that only Aaron and his sons were involved in these holy ritual activities and not them? The (last Chabbad) Rebbe saw Nahshon's heroic and brave endeavor as a call to action, saying: "One fellow named Nahshon jumped into the sea, and caused the great miracle of the Splitting of the Sea. See BT Sota 37a, as well as, Mechilta DRabbi Yishmael 14:22. the Gra commentary on Seder Olam Rabbah 12, discussed below, as well as, the Pri Tzadik, Sefer Kedushat Shabbos, Maamer 6, by Rav Zadok HaKohen Rabinowitz of Lublin, who instead place Nachshon among the leaders incinerated in the Sin of Complainers and Graves of Desire. Rav Hirsch discusses the application of this fundamental principle of refined behavior primarily in the context of relationships with parents, the Sabbath, purity of belief in G-d and business and social affairs, based on the juxtaposition of the Biblical verse on holiness in this textual context in Leviticus, Chapter 19. Nahshon was, through Boaz, the ancestor of David. Rather, as Nachmanides notes, it relates to not being gluttonous when eating kosher foods, lecherous with a spouse [67]Illustrating this concept with the image of a rooster constantly hovering over the chickens, as noted in BT Brachot 22a.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_67').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_67', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); or guzzling kosher wine. He was also profoundly human, as discussed below. He is renowned for his courage and faith in being the first to jump into the deep waters of the Red Sea, before they were miraculously parted. Pirke DRabbi Eleiezer 42:1, which describes how the Tribes of Binyamin and Judah were arguing about who would go first, when Nachshon, who was known as holy and great in the eyes of everyone,, The Hebrew term used in the Midrashic account is Yedidi (Cf.Talmudic account, which uses the plural Yedidii, i.e. He sent Michael the minister, and He made a wall of fire between the Egyptians and Bnei Yisrael, and the Egyptians wanted to come/chase after Bnei Yisrael, but they were unable to go because of the fire. Tilemann Stella 's 1557 Itinera Israelitarum ex Aegypto. He asks rhetorically, could Nachshon have actually intended to profane himself this way? Genuine holiness is not some perk earned merely by assuming some position or function. Undergoing the prescribed and arduous multi-step process of refinement needed to achieve Ruach Hakaodesh is itself a life-changing process. What did they hope to gain? Interestingly, Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, in his book, Vision and Leadership (at page 45), discusses Judahs leadership qualities in contrast to those of Joseph. This letter, the numerical value of which is six, indicates that Nahshon was the ancestor of six men David, the Messiah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah each of whom was distinguished for six praiseworthy qualities. (3) Pharaoh will say of the Israelites, "They are astray in the land; the wilderness has closed in on them." (18) Let the Egyptians know that I am LORD, when I gain glory through Pharaoh, his chariots, and his horsemen. (19) The angel of God, who had been going ahead of the Israelite army, now moved and followed behind them; and the pillar of cloud shifted from in front of them and took up a place behind them, (20) and it came between the army of the Egyptians and the army of Israel. : with an extra yud). Moses extraordinary personal example of nobility in the face of being advised of his own fate is legendary [96]See Deuteronomy 31 et seq. Connect to the World Family Tree to find out, Death of Nahshon ben Aminadav at Jerusalem, Judah, "Nachshon", "Naasson", "Nasson", "Nahshon ben Amminadab", "Nashon Ben Amminadab", Prince of the Tribe of Judah/Chief, cohen, Prince de Jude. The teaching is also recorded in in BT Avoda Zarah 19a, without the reference to Yirat Shamayim. To put this in perspective, consider, in striking contrast to their attitude, Moses did not feast his eyes on the Divine presence and hid his face, because he was afraid to gaze at G-d (See Numbers Rabbah 2:25 and Exodus 3:6). 99 in the 2021 NFL Draft, Cowboys fans erupted in displeasure. It is in virtue of action that he was chosen to be the first to bring the dedicatory offering. As more fully discussed herein, the process of actually attaining Ruach Hakodesh is no easy task. to descend into the sea first. Its about exercising restraint [70]C.F. New York: Funk & Wagnalls. Nickname is Nahshon ben Amminadab. In this regard he references Continue readingjQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_24').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_24', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); as a Nasi. ; Uri . 14:20). See Deuteronomy 31 et seq. With those steps, with Nachshon, the story really begins. Exodus 24:11 and see Haemek Davar commentary thereon. . He explains that all twelve Tribal Leaders were included in the two hundred and fifty and were the same individuals who brought the Tribal leader sacrifices at the dedication of the Tabernacle. In this section of Exodus (13:17-17:16) the Israelites are pursued by the Egyptians and trapped at the Red Sea, until the sea parts and they travel to safety on the other side. Maimonides (Sefer Hamitzvot, Shoresh 4), who defines being holy as performing all the Mitzvot. This was one of the critical mistakes made by Nadav and Avihu, as noted above. Nachshon [51]Yalkut Shimoni on Torah 736:6.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_51').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_51', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); and those like him, who had been among the Seventy Elders [52]Numbers 11:16. It didnt, for example, say my righteous one, but rather my beloved one. Geni requires JavaScript! As the Israelites were departing defiantly, (9) the Egyptians gave chase to them, and all the chariot horses of Pharaoh, his horsemen, and his warriors overtook them encamped by the sea, near Pi-hahiroth, before Baal-zephon. The Bartenura notes love, absent awe, promotes a tendency to focus only on the performance of the positive commandments and ignore the negative ones. List time once again! Ibid and see BT Makkot 10a (cited by Rav Schwab) and Maharsha commentary thereon. The Sifrei (Bamidbar 47) posits Nachshon was not also honored with the title Nasi, when bringing the first sacrifice of the Tribal Leaders in the Tabernacle, in order to prevent him from insisting, as the equivalent of a king, that he also be a part of the presentation of each of the sacrifices of the Tribal Leaders. In his Chizkuni commentary on Numbers 7:2. The term used in the Biblical verse is Zekeinim. He replied to him, Speak unto the children of Israel that they go forward. Husband of Miriam ., The Prophetess and Simar . Nachshon. Ironically, coveting someone elses position as a means of achieving sanctity is itself sanctimonious. Nahshon was appointed by Moses, upon God's command, as prince of the Tribe of Judah, and though his tribe was fourth in the order of the Patriarchs, yet at the dedication of the Tabernacle he was the first to bring his dedicatory offering. Rav Shimon Schwab describes how Nadav and Avihu breached barriers out of their abundance of love for G-d; unlike Moses and Aaron, who understood the need for restraint and following the rules. They and Nachshon had similar Continue readingjQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_93').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_93', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });, as well as, the twelve Tribal Leaders, including Nachshon. See also Rav Hayyim Vitals Shaar HaGilgulim 33:4, where he links Nachshon to Avihu and also to love of G-d. () . Father of Hur; Jahdai . Having fear of sin and awe of G-d is also an essential part of the program and these qualities would typically tend to engender feelings of unworthiness and uncertainty. Nahshon Wright, Kelvin Joseph moving in opposite directions for Cowboys. Bronx Recognizes Its Own Award. : Nachshon), but after them (i.e. Since they (Bnei Yisrael) were taking advice/debating/arguing (over which course of action to take), Nachshon ben Amminadav jumped (into the Red Sea), and his tribe followed him into the sea. They thought this was only because Moses had used his unique position and access to G-d to implore and pray to G-d to appoint his brother and nephews to these roles, Ironically, coveting someone elses position as a means of achieving sanctity is itself sanctimonious. He asks rhetorically, could Nachshon have actually intended to profane himself this way? 1 Courses. Posted by: Leonard Grunstein in Journal, Posts Jun 19, 20 0. Indeed, as Nadav and Avihu demonstrated, it might also be a serious impediment, since their proximity exposed their every character flaw. The Tabernacle was dedicated two years after the Exodus from Egypt (Exodus 40:1). Karwar Medical College is one of the leading Medical College In Karnataka. to descend into the sea first. It reports that it was through the hand of a son of Judah, Nachshon, that all of Israel entering after them (citing Psalms 114:2, that Yehuda became his holy nation, Israel his dominion). ; (No Name) and Father of Naomi less Cf. The Israelites are finally free, struggling to leave Egypt behind, but now they find themselves trapped not able to cross the sea. As the Talmud [61]Ibid.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_61').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_61', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); notes, humility may be an even more critical element in achieving Ruach HaKodesh, than holiness. However, after the Sin of the Spies, when their entire generation, with the exception of Joshua and Caleb, were sentenced by G-d to pass away in the wilderness, they were abruptly cut off from receiving this special spiritual source of nourishment [92]Number 14:22-24.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_92').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_92', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. English Standard Version (1) The LORD said to Moses: (2) Tell the Israelites to turn back and encamp before Pi-hahiroth, between Migdol and the sea, before Baal-zephon; you shall encamp facing it, by the sea. They were also so sure of themselves and Nachshons excessive bravery and resolve may have been a real impediment to his exercising sober and independent good judgment, under the circumstances. According to a midrash, Nashchon ben Aminadav was the first of the Children of Israel to walk into the Sea of Reeds, demonstrating leadership and trust in God. Rav Shimon Schwab describes how Nadav and Avihu breached barriers out of their abundance of love for G-d; unlike Moses and Aaron, who understood the need for restraint and following the rules. In the original Hebrew: nachshol and, hence, his name Nachshon. See also Nachmanides commentary on Numbers 30:2. It is suggested there is also the issue of his recklessly putting himself in danger at the Red Sea, which is not an admirable quality. She is a recipient of the Bronx Recognizes Its Own Award (BRIO), awarded by the Bronx Council on the Arts. When Miriam next appears in the narrative, the Israelites have left Egypt, led by Moses, and have just crossed the Sea of Reeds (traditionally, though erroneously, identified as the Red Sea). Rather, it is an attempt to draw on sources to provide insights into what might have motivated him to join, rather than utterly reject, the Korach rebellion. The Israelites stood at the banks of the sea and wailed with despair, but Nahshon entered the waters. (28) The waters turned back and covered the chariots and the horsemenPharaohs entire army that followed them into the sea; not one of them remained. The Tribe of Benjamin was in the shallows, while Nachshon had already plunged into the deep water, nearly drowning. See Numbers 14:30, 26:65 and 32:12, as well as, Deuteronomy 1:35-36. Indeed, to the contrary, his tenure as Nasi was problematical. Bechor Shor commentary on Exodus 32:2. Leviticus Rabbah (Chapter 20) is extremely critical in its analysis of their character flaws. Rabbi Meir appears to disagree about Nachshon being the first to jump into the water. 69:3) One said, 'I'm not going in first," and another said, 'I'm not going in first," as it says, "Ephraim has surrounded me with lies, and the house of Israel with deceipt," (Hoshea 12:1). As to Nadav and Avihu, see Chizkuni (in his commentary on Leviticus 10:1), who notes they also compounded their errors by engaging in the unsanctioned Temple ritual solely for their own personal. Curtailing the predisposition to be courageous from turning into hubris and impulsive and reckless conduct is no mean achievement. and Thehara . This would have likely avoided the entire debacle of the Golden Calf that emerged instead. There is no question that he was courageous; however, was he also reckless and an ineffective leader? However, the Gra would exclude Nachshon, as noted above. In this regard he references Judahs lions heart and mentions Nachshon as his descendant, who inherited this personality trait, as evidenced by his role at the splitting of the Red Sea. Moses had no issue with others possessing Ruach Hakodesh, as he demonstrated in the incident of Eldad and Medad, recorded in Numbers 11:26-29. The difference between the positive expression of the character trait of bravery and the negative impulse of hubris is often, in practice, just a matter of degree. The Tabernacle was dedicated two years after the Exodus from Egypt (Exodus 40:1). Nahshon was, through Boaz, the ancestor of David ( Ruth 4:20-22; 1 . ( , ) ( , ) ( , ) ( , ) ( , ) ' ( , ) ' " ( , ) ' ( , ) [What was it that Yehuda did? The Chizkuni (in his commentary on Numbers 16:33) notes that Moses had instructed them each to take a fire pan and incense. Our practical approach to love of and attachment to G-d is to emulate the ways of G-d through acts of kindness and righteous behavior, See BT Sota 14a; Berachot 33b (which references Deuteronomy 10:12); and Shabbos 31b. These included an unsanctioned entry into the innermost holy precincts of the Tabernacle; bringing an unauthorized ritual offering; firing it from an outside source; not consulting with their father Aaron or uncle Moses, who were in charge, before engaging in this inappropriate conduct; not consulting with each other; drinking an alcoholic beverage on the job; not being properly attired; not washing their hands and feet, as required, in advance of performing a Temple ritual; not being married; not having children; eating and partying below Mount Sinai, even as they perceived the Divine Presence, while Moses was receiving the Torah from G-d; and wondering out loud when Aaron and Moses would pass away so that they could replace them and take over their leadership roles. Nahshon had a sister, Elisheba, who married Aaron and bore his four sons. It is inconceivable he would have such sordid motives. And Nachshon jumped first and went down (in)to the sea, and his name was holy and great in/to the eyes of everyone (in Bnei Yisrael), and through Nachshon, the son of Yehuda's, domineering hand, all of Bnei Yisrael entered after him into the sea, as it says, "Yehuda became His holy nation, Israel his dominion." Meshech Chochma commentary on Numbers, Korach 8 (regarding Numbers 16:17). 1391 Nahshon or Nachshon ben Aminadav ( ; "Nahshon son of Aminadav") was, according to the Book of Exodus, the son of Amminadab; descendant in the fifth generation of Judah, brother-in-law of Aaron and an important figure in the Hebrew's Passage of the Red Sea which according to the Jewish Midrash he initiated by walking in head deep until the sea split. In the King James Version, the name is spelled Naashon,[1] and is within modern Rabbinical contexts often transliterated as Nachshon. () . Thus, its not about avoiding consumption of non-kosher food or engaging in prohibited relationships, which are expressly forbidden. Shelah (Shnei Luchot HaBrit), Torah Shebichtav, Numbers, Parshat Korach, Torah Ohr 11. This is not intended to detract from the extraordinary character of Nachshon, who was a true hero. Rabbi Meir appears to disagree about Nachshon being the first to jump into the water. He brought forth an offering at the dedication of the Tabernacle. This midrashic story, which does not appear in the Torah, has entered the collective memory of the Jewish people,. The teaching is also recorded in in BT Avoda Zarah 19a, without the reference to Yirat Shamayim. At the same time, Nachshon is also portrayed as the spiritual ancestor of Otniel ben Kenaz (Gilgul Neshamot, Letter Ayin, under Otniel ben Kenaz), who is the first of the Judges mentioned in the Book, Nachshons unrestrained courage and resolve, the very force of his personality that ennobled him, may have also negatively affected his judgment and put him in harms way. Concerning him it is stated in Scripture, Save me O G-d, for the waters are come in unto my soul. Sefat Emet, Shimini 636, s.v. See Rav Shimon Schwab, Mayan Beit HaSoevah, Shemini, commentary on Leviticus 9:1. : with an extra yud). Works on the dean's chamber, hostels and administrative hall are also over, This letter, the numerical value of which is six, indicates that Nahshon was the ancestor of six men David, the Messiah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah each of whom was distinguished for six praiseworthy qualities. (18) This is the line of Perez: Perez begot Hezron, (19) Hezron begot Ram, Ram begot Ammi-nadab, (20) Amminadab begot Nahshon, Nahshon begot Salmon, (21) Salmon begot Boaz, Boaz begot Obed, (22) Obed begot Jesse, and Jesse begot David. He is renowned for his courage and faith in being the first to jump into the deep waters of the Red Sea, before they were miraculously parted. [8]Ruth 4:20-22 and I Chronicles 2:10-11.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_8').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_8', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); It does not otherwise explicitly describe his life, triumphs, travails or likely tragic end. According to the Tanchuma, noted above, the original set of 70 Zekeinim, They also engaged in a disastrous course of conduct that led to their untimely (Leviticus 10:1-2) and spectacular demise (Sifra, Shemini, Mechilta DMiluim 2:22-23). The predictable reaction for most was one of depression and despair. The normative custom is to refer to a righteous individual as G-d fearing. And the Egyptians said, Let us flee from the Israelites, for the LORD is fighting for them against Egypt. (26) Then the LORD said to Moses, Hold out your arm over the sea, that the waters may come back upon the Egyptians and upon their chariots and upon their horsemen. (27) Moses held out his arm over the sea, and at daybreak the sea returned to its normal state, and the Egyptians fled at its approach. Nachshon saw what was happeningand jumped into the sea. See also Numbers Rabbah 13:7. Hashem said to Moshe, 'Moshe, stretch out your hand over the sea and split it,' and Moshe stretched out his hand over the sea, and the water saw the face of Hashem and the depths quaked and trembled, as it says, 'The nations perceived You and trembled.' Who Uses This Religious: Jews who are engaged in religious observance and have some Jewish education Regions North America South Africa Dictionaries None Alternative Spellings

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