- And Moses sent to call Datan and Aviram (Num. 16:12): It states in the Talmud (Sanhedrin 106): "From this we learn that one should not 'hold on' to controversy." Even if several attempts to make peace have been made without success, it is forbidden to assume that nothing more can be done. Rather, one must continue one's efforts until peace is attained. (Rabbi Yitzchak of Vorky)
- And Korach took (Num. 16:1): How is it possible that a Torah portion is named after a sinner as great as Korach? The Torah wants to emphasize that we can learn something even from Korach's bitter controversy. Just as Korach wanted to be a High Priest, every Jew should similarly desire to draw near to G-d. (the Rebbe)
- And they rose up before Moses...men of renown (Num. 16:2): What person was attracted to Korach's side? Those who sought honor, fame and privilege. If Korach wins, they reasoned, he will reward us with positions of power, and our name will become even greater. (Kli Yakar)
- The censers of these sinners against their own lives (Num. 17:3): Even worse than those who encourage conflict are people who drag matters of the spirit into controversy. They falsely clothe their arguments in spiritual terms, claiming to be on the side of holiness. (Ayala Shlucha)
- That the earth open its mouth and swallow them up (Num. 16:30): A person can only repent while he lives. Korach and his followers, swallowed alive because of their sins, were granted the opportunity to repent and atone for their transgressions. (the Rebbe)
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