Must there be tension between Athens and Jerusalem? Let's together learn from Yoma 69 and examine when Athens appreciated Jerusalem.

Why can't we, as part ofthe chidlren of Yaakov, eat the sciatic nerve? Becasue of a battle between Yaakov and an angel. Seems like a very odd reason. What might be the meaming behind such a law?  

Why did Shimon and Levi destory the trick the people of Shechem? Where they justified in their actions? How do we understand Yaakov's odd reaction to their massacre? 

You purchase a comic book for $5. You do some research and discover that it is worth $100. You go back to purchase 4 more. The seller wonders why you are purchasing so many of the same book and does research and realizes the true value. Does the seller have a right to demand you give back all of books for $5 each? Perhaps just the last 4 (and not the first) since he did not know the true value of what he was selling but you knew what you were purchasing and taking advantage of his ignorance? Explain. This is a tough but fun one… a good way to end the semester !