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interpretation of parts of Tanach by close reading, not derivation

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Why did Yehoshua have to use the Urim Vetumim?

See Haamek Davar and Alshich there. Haamek Davar understands that this was an assurance that God would be with Yehoshua even if he does not merit Prophecy, Alshich understands that this would only be …
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Why was King David allowed to kill Phillistines?

As suggested in the comments above, Chazal understand the oath to be limited to 3 generations. One of earlier sources that say this: מכילתא דרבי ישמעאל בשלח - מסכתא דויהי פתיחתא ד"א כי קרוב הוא קרובה …
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