The Bible documents that Nachshon was born,[4]Numbers 1:7 and I Chronicles 2:10.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_4').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_4', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); was the brother of Elisheva, Aarons wife,[5]Exodus 6:23.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_5').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_5', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); ascended to the leadership of the Tribe of Judah,[6]Numbers 2:3 and 10:14.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_6').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_6', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); brought the first sacrifice of the Leaders of the Tribes at the dedication of the Tabernacle[7]Numbers 7:12.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_7').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_7', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); and was the ancestor of King David. He described the Tribe of Benjamin entering the Red Sea first and being Continue readingjQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_18').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_18', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); His depiction, as being out front, in the deep water alone, where no one followed him, is cogent. And they did so. Tilemann Stella 's 1557 Itinera Israelitarum ex Aegypto. He described the Tribe of Benjamin entering the Red Sea first and being berated by the Tribe of Judah, who claimed this privilege. On the other hand, serving solely out of fear. For that reason Yehuda was worthy to be made the ruling power in Israel, as it is said, Yehuda became His sanctuary, Israel His dominion (the Temple was in the kingdom of Yehuda. Nahshon Dion Anderson (born April 1, 1978) is an Afro-Latin American trans woman and Louisiana Creole writer. The Bartenura notes love, absent awe, promotes a tendency to focus only on the performance of the positive commandments and ignore the negative ones. 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. The people were despondent and G-d was angry with them [100]Numbers 14:11-13.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_100').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_100', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. " And Aaron took him Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon, to wife; and she bare him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar .". The offering brought by Nahshon is pointed out as having been his own and not that of his tribe. [14] This is the origin of his name "Nahshol", that is, "stormy sea-waves". [16], When the princes of the different tribes were required to bring their offerings, each on a separate day, Moses was embarrassed, not knowing who should be the first; but all Israel pointed at Nahshon, saying, "He sanctified the name of God by springing first into the Red Sea; he is worthy to bring down the Shekhinah; therefore he shall be the first to bring the offering. In the first place went the standard of the camp of the children of Judah according to their armies: and over his host was Nahshon the son of Amminadab. See Midrash Tehillim 114:4). The word choice is interesting. (1) And it was, when Pharaoh sent the nation, this is what Scripture said, "Your arid fields are as a pomegranate orchard," (Shir Hashirim 4:13). 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.) Nahshon was appointed by Moses, upon God's command, as prince of the Tribe of Judah. It is noteworthy that the Mishna in Avot [78]Avot 1:3. Moshe said before Hashem, 'Master of the Universe, the enemy is behind us and the sea is before/in front of us; which way will we travel?' They refused to listen to his good counsel because they presumed he was biased, as Aarons brother-in-law. Speak to the children of Israel and let them travel," (Shemot 14:15). After all, why didnt he at least consult with his brother-in-law Aaron about his issue? and, for example, Ramban, Ibn Ezra and Chizkuni commentaries on Deuteronomy 31:1. He hoped this would assuage the dread that had taken hold of the people about who would be their leader, if Moses failed to come back. See also Rav Nachman of Breslov, Likutei Moharan, Torah 41:1, who presents a darker view of this desire, as being rooted in the Yetzer Hara, as opposed to being a misguided desire to overindulge the Yetzer Tov. Nahshon Dion Anderson (born April 1, 1978) is an Afro-Latin American trans woman [1] [2] and Louisiana Creole non-fiction writer. As more fully discussed herein, the process of actually attaining Ruach Hakodesh is no easy task. It is clear, however, as to why Chazal discuss him so extensively. That Continue readingjQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_50').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_50', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. This article is about the Biblical figure. Numbers 10:14. In Parashat Naso we finally reach the completion of the Tabernacle with all of its elaborate furnishings. Apr 17, 23 Falling in the Presence of God Apr 14, 23 How to Know What Is Good For Us Apr 14, 23 Should Maggid Take Forever? It is in virtue of action that he was chosen to be the first to bring the dedicatory offering. 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. It was, effectively, a life sentence, without parole, for all adults, over the age of 20 at the time of the Sin of the Spies, other than Joshua and Caleb [103]Numbers 14:30.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_103').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_103', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. (21) Then Moses held out his arm over the sea and the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind all that night, and turned the sea into dry ground. 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], });. Aaron married Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab and sister of Nahshon, and she bore him Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar. They wondered why it was that only Aaron and his sons were involved in these holy ritual activities and not them? 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. 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). He was, through Boaz, the ancestor of David. Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. (Ibd. BShem and BMishna.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_77').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_77', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); soberly notes, we are not supposed to become slaves of G-d for the purpose of receiving reward. Why then did Nachshon throw in his lot with the rebels; why didnt he courageously follow his own unique path? They reasoned they werent trying to rebel against G-d; but rather desired more fully to embrace G-d and holiness. According to a Jewish Midrash, he was the person who initiated the Hebrews' passage through the Red Sea, by walking in head-deep until the sea parted. Nahshon was appointed by Moses, upon God's command, as prince and military commander of the Tribe of Judah and one of the leaders of the tribes of Israel. [4] His title or role is translated into Modern English variously in the New Revised Standard Version, as "leader" and census-taker,[7] one of the "heads of their ancestral houses, the leaders of the tribes",[8] "first .. over the whole company",[9] and "prince of the sons of Judah".[10]. 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. (25) He locked the wheels of their chariots so that they moved forward with difficulty. LSB NET RSV ASV YLT DBY WEB HNV. 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 ( Numbers 1:7; 2:3; 7:12,17; 10:14 ). 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. Vayikra Rabbah 20:10, Numbers Rabbah 15:24, Midrash Tanchuma, Behaalotcha 16:1 and Pesikta DRav Kahanna 26:9, as well as Chizkuni commentary on Exodus 24:1, where refer to Nadav and Avihu and the Zekeinim actually and disrespectfully eating and drinking, while experiencing a vision of the Divine presence at Mount Sinai. The sea looked dangerous, the enemy was literally at their backs, and no one knew what to do. both could true. It also does not accord him a speaking part or expressly praise him, as it does Caleb,[9]See Numbers 13:30; 14:24 and 30; 26:65; and 32:12; as well as, Deuteronomy 1:36. And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah. R' Akiva said: Bnei Yisrael went to the Red Sea and returned to the back scared/in fear that they wouldn't return to the water (scared to go in), and the tribe of Binyamin wanted to enter/go in, as it says, "Binyamin the youngest rules over them," (Tehillim 68:28). The Red Sea Measurements The Red Sea is the world's northernmost tropical sea and occupies a part of the Great Rift Valley. It is all the more astonishing to realize that, by implication, Nachshon((See also Rabbeinu Bachya commentary. The Talmud. However, their hubris and sanctimonious behavior were inexcusable and disqualifying. In Numbers 1 Numbers 1:7 Meaning. That kind of thought process is more likely to yield profanation than holiness. This view would also provide a simple explanation for why Nachson was not the Tribal leader of Judah picked by Moses to be a part of the Spies. 14:20). It requires constant vigilance, practiced self-control and judicious restraint; made all the more difficult, because it often seems counter-intuitive, given the typical acclaim showered on those displaying bravery. [25]Numbers 16-18. Hence, it is strange that a Harlot, a Canaanite, and a liar is known as a distinguished Bible figure. Depending on the perspective and focus of attention, one person might see one picture before them of many people in the water and entirely miss the detail of a single person in the distance, head bobbing in the waves of the deep water (i.e. For that reason the righteous Binyamin was worthy to become the host of the All-Powerful (the Temple was erected on the territory of Binyamin, Yoma 12a), as it is said, He dwelleth between his shoulders (Hashem dwells in the land of Binyamin). The teaching is also recorded in in BT Avoda Zarah 19a, without the reference to Yirat Shamayim. There's only one Nahshon in the Bible, and he is quite famous. 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? Amminadab the father of Nahshon, Nahshon the father of Salmon, 1 Chronicles 2:10, From Ram Son of Hezron Ram was the father of Amminadab, and Amminadab the father of Nahshon, the leader of the people of Judah. The Chizkuni (in his commentary on Leviticus 10:1) notes they also compounded their errors by engaging in the unsanctioned Temple ritual solely for their own personal benefit and not in a representative capacity for the benefit of the entire community. 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). 47). Cf. Each acted impulsively, with reckless abandon and without prior consultation with the other. ( Numbers 1:7, Numbers 10:14, 1_Chronicles 2:10) He . Avot 1:3. On the east, toward the sunrise, the divisions of the camp of Judah are to encamp under their standard. () . Why didnt they at least ask Moses to intercede with G-d to provide them with some sort of role that might have afforded them the closer connection to the Divine presence they so desired [97]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.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_97').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_97', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); or some other solution to their problem? [18]This is the opinion of Rabbi Yehudah. In his Chizkuni commentary on Numbers 7:2. Avot 1:3. He spake before Him, 'Lord of the Universe, what is there in my power to do?' They were out of control, in the throes of their personal passions and guided only by their impulses. 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. They wanted to be holy. Awe of G-d is achieved by performing the Mizvot prescribed by the Torah. Numbers 16-18. Search the Bible. This was viewed as an example of the principle of Metoch Shelo Lishma Bo Lishma. The Jewish Encyclopedia. Initially, it may feel as though stating ones thoughts in the midst of a crowd would be too polarizing and that it would be better to silence any beliefs which go against popular opinion. The Tabernacle was dedicated two years after the Exodus from Egypt (Exodus 40:1). This is consistent with the report in BT Sota (36b-37a), noted above, which interprets the verse from Psalms and the one immediately following about the Sea seeing it and fleeing (Psalms 114:2-3), as the reason Judah merited to govern all of Israel. () ' () () () ' () () () () ' () () ' () () () ' () ' () () ' () () () ' () () () ' () () () ' () ' () () ' () ' () () () ' () ' ' ' (). What have you done to us, taking us out of Egypt? Once he was up to his nose in the water, the sea parted. 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. 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. 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). It is interesting to note that in todays idiom, it would be unusual to praise someone as a lover of G-d. BShem and BMishna. It is calculated to transform the individual into a noble one, perforce having the proper motivation of being in service of G-d and not just seeking personal enjoyment from a spiritually induced high. Red Letter. His expression in the original Hebrew is: Naval BReshut HaTorah . 1Ch 2:11 - And Nahshon H5177 begat H3205 Salma, H8007 and Salma H8007 begat H3205 Boaz, H1162. As the Sefat Emet [77]Sefat Emet, Shimini 636, s.v. New International Version So God led the people around by the desert road toward the Red Sea. New York: Funk & Wagnalls. King David also alludes to both these narratives (in Psalms 63:2-3 and 16 and Psalms 68:28), as described and interpreted in BT Sota 37a. Avraham Pronounced: AHVR-rah-ham, Origin: Hebrew, Abraham in the Torah, considered the first . English Standard Version See also Ecclesiastes 5:9 and Rashi commentary thereon, as well as, Deuteronomy Rabbah 2:26. Search Results by Book. It seems that Aaron contemplated appointing Nachshon, Caleb or one of the other greats at the time to be the interim leader, until Moses returned from Mount Sinai. It was antithetical to achieving true holiness and an anathema in terms of attaining Ruach HaKodesh. Nachshon was rewarded for his personal heroism at the Red Sea, by being honored with bringing the first sacrifice at the dedication of the Tabernacle. R' Akiva said: Bnei Yisrael went to the Red Sea and returned to the back scared/in fear that they wouldn't return to the water (scared to go in), and the tribe of Binyamin wanted to enter/go in, as it says, "Binyamin the youngest rules over them," (Tehillim 68:28). He asks rhetorically, could Nachshon have actually intended to profane himself this way? It didnt, for example, say my, This is the opinion of Rabbi Yehudah. (Exodus 6:23) All of those sons were adults and of the minimum age for Levitical service.Therefore Elisheba was probably born in 2454 AM, and Nahshon was born a year earlier. But Nachshon, heeding the call to move forward, boldly stepped into the Red Sea. They, therefore, thought why not overindulge in physical delights, without restraint? He had already passed away by then and, by extension, was also not around to participate in the Korach rebellion. It does not appear he had a particularly praiseworthy or distinguished career of positive accomplishments[24]Interestingly, Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, in his book, Vision and Leadership (at page 45), discusses Judahs leadership qualities in contrast to those of Joseph. The Chizkuni (in his commentary on Numbers 16:33) notes that Moses had instructed them each to take a fire pan and incense. (Because of this), it (the pasuk) says, "Your arid fields are as a pomegranate orchard." In his work, Gilgulei Neshamot, Letter Aleph, under Elizur ben Shedeiur. 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. Being holy is all about, in effect, separating [69]This is Nachmanides novel interpretation of the Hebrew term Perush (separation), which is often equated with Kodesh (holiness). na'-shon (nachshon; Septuagint and New Testament, Naasson): A descendant of Judah; brother-in-law of Aaron and ancestor of David and of Jesus Christ ( Exodus 6:23 Numbers 1:7 1 Chronicles 2:10, 11 Ruth 4:20 Matthew 1:4 Luke 3:32 ). Respect for boundaries, restraint, humbleness and following the commandments are qualities that animate our traditional observance and have proven to be an integral part of the sustainable model of Judaism. Moses might have offered them some solace and wise counsel about how best to deal with the situation. Why didnt he and the others seek advice from Moses [95]This was one of the critical mistakes made by Nadav and Avihu, as noted above.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_95').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_95', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });, their teacher and leader? Curtailing the predisposition to be courageous from turning into hubris and impulsive and reckless conduct is no mean achievement. They, in effect, brazenly demanded reconnection with the Divine and eschewed any pretense of humble submission. What was it that they were actually trying to achieve? 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. (12) Is this not the very thing we told you in Egypt, saying, Let us be, and we will serve the Egyptians, for it is better for us to serve the Egyptians than to die in the wilderness? (13) But Moses said to the people, Have no fear! (14) the first standard to set out, troop by troop, was the division of Judah. Sefat Emet, Shimini 636, s.v. Nahshon was, through Boaz, the ancestor of David ( Ruth 4:20-22; 1 . Nachshon is not mentioned in the Biblical exodus story per se (he is cited in Numbers 1:7 as the chief in the Tribe of Judah), yet he looms large in. Jewish Baby Names Nachshon Share Tweet Biblical: Nachshon was a captain of the tribe of Judah. May G-d reward all of our noble efforts to achieve true holiness, be G-d fearing and demonstrate our love of G-d through emulating G-ds ways with success and keep us safe and well. See also Daat Zekeinim commentary thereon.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_35').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_35', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });, provides a most interesting back-story on the Sin of the Golden Calf that sheds light on Nachshons personality. to descend into the sea first. 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, In essence, they wanted to attain Ruach Hakodesh and its benefits the easy way, by appointment to the position. The word choice is interesting. They loved G-d and craved the exhilaration and euphoria felt while being engaged in Ruach HaKodesh. One of the cogent lessons of the two hundred fifty, including Nachshon, is that even the very best people can do wrong, despite having the best of intentions; no one is immune. Why Hashem didn't include Nachshon in the pesukim will always remain a mystery to me. 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. He asks rhetorically, could Nachshon have actually intended to profane himself this way? (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. On the other hand, serving solely out of fear tends to reinforce the careful observance of only the negative commandments. Cf. The predictable reaction for most was one of depression and despair. [10]Numbers 13:6 and 34:18-19.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_10').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_10', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); Neither was he provided a dispensation from the judgment of the Sin of the Spies,[11]See Numbers 14:30, 26:65 and 32:12, as well as, Deuteronomy 1:35-36.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_11').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_11', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); as was Caleb. When the water reached his neck, then the sea miraculously split--and the Israelites were saved. In the Hebrew Bible, Nahshon (Hebrew: Naon) was a tribal leader of the Judahites during the wilderness wanderings of the Book of Numbers. It is suggested the word selected may ironically adumbrate to what caused Nachshons undoing. It was an overpowering feeling that was likened to eating and drinking [86]Ibid.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_86').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_86', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. The Talmud [39]BT Kiddushin 39b and Shabbos 32a.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_39').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_39', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); cautions a person against risking peril in reliance on miracles. See Deuteronomy 31 et seq. 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