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      5. RASHI METHOD: CONTRADICTION
      BRIEF EXPLANATION:Rashi resolves contradictory verses using 3 methods.
      • (5a) Resolution using two aspects of the same event
      • (5b) Resolution using two stages of the same process
      • (5c) Resolution using broad-literal interpretation.
      This example applies to Rashis Dt24-15b
      URL Reference: (c) http://www.Rashiyomi.com/gn37-10c.htm
      Brief Summary: A double-crossed worker MAY pray against his employer but NEED NOT do so.

The table below presents presents two contradictory verses. Both verses speak about a person double crossed on monetary payment The underlined words highlight the contradiction. One verse says the aggrieved will pray against his employer while the other verse states the aggrieved may pray against his employer Which is it? Is he suppose to pray against the employer or is it up to him?

Summary Verse / Source Text of verse / Source
Don't antagonize the worker lest he pray against the employer Dt24-14:15b ######
He will pray against the employer Dt15-09a ######
Resolution: Broad-literal The worker has the option of a) He will pray to God and is promised that he will be answered or b) He may pray or not pray. In other words he has permission to pray if he wants and is promised that he will be answered if the does.

Sermonic Points: The sermonic points on this Rashi are obvious. Divine punishment in this world for abuse of workers is a fundamental Biblical principle and should be emphasized more. 


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