Was Yaakov a "tam" (naive/innocent) as the verses describe as his essential character, or a "rama'i" (trickster/cunning) as the stories of his life imply?

Two distinct approaches in explaining the juxtaposition of akeidas Yitzchak and the passing of Sarah

Rashi and Bereishit Rabba 63:1,2- four explanations (2 from Rashi, 2 from Midrash) for the seemingly redundant emphasis that Avraham produced Yitzchak

The story of akeida triggered the passing of Sarah Imenu, but the specifics require explanation.

1 section- kashering and ability to use various types of vessels on Pesach including knives and earthenware and distinctions if used prior in hot or cold

1 section- distinctions for Pesach use in Kashering vessels used previously with just cold or with heat

A seemingly innocent pact formed between Avimelech and Avraham had severe repercussions.

1 section- discussion about ability/how to kasher various items for Pesach including knives, wooden spoons, and lead-coater earthenware vessels

Bereishit Rabba (Chayei Sarah) 58:5- the trigger for Sarah's passing, the minimal crying, and the content of the eulogy said by Avraham about Sarah

1 section- 6 teachings of Rava regarding wrong intent and the korban ola