Derech Hayam – lecture 21

The theme of Derech Hayam – not to return to Egypt and not to be submissive to Egypt – seemingly begins in the days of the Exodus from Egypt. But as we will see, this principle begins back in the days of Abraham! In this lecture, we will analyze the first Jewish journey to Egypt – Abraham’s journey. Through the description of the journey to Egypt and back, along with the description of the relationship with Lot, the Tanach – already then – lays the foundations for the problematic relationship with Egypt and the theme of Derech Hayam.