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Biblical Commentators Link Binding of Isaac to Gaza's Land Claim
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Two medieval commentators, Rashbam and Chizkuni, linked the biblical Binding of Isaac to Abraham's "Land for Peace" deal with Avimelech, king of the Philistines. They argued this pact compromised Jewish claims to land, including Gaza, which is biblically allotted to Israel. The Akeidah served as a divine rebuke and a warning against forfeiting this inheritance. The commentators' interpretation suggests Gaza remains part of Eretz Yisrael, with its inheritance not subject to modern political bargaining.
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- Medieval commentators Rashbam and Chizkuni linked the Binding of Isaac to Abraham's "Land for Peace" deal.
- They argued Abraham's pact with Avimelech compromised Jewish claims to land promised by God.
- Biblical texts, including Joshua, list Gaza as Philistine territory allotted to Israel.
- The Akeidah served as a divine rebuke and warning against forfeiting the Jewish inheritance.
- The commentators' view asserts Gaza is part of Eretz Yisrael, not subject to political bargaining.
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