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Why does the Torah emphasize that Esav despised his birthright after he had already sold it? The mockery reveals Esav's devastating recognition of his mistake - if the birthright were truly worthless, he would have forgotten it. This psychological pattern of attacking what we've lost rather than taking responsibility prevents teshuvah and explains why sinat chinam causes longer exile than other sins.
Why does the Gemara emphasize tzedakah alone for bringing geulah when the Torah pairs it with mishpat? The shiur develops a yesod from the laws of levaya that true tzedakah must make recipients feel honored rather than dependent. This transforms charity into justice, ensuring even divine blessings feel earned rather than merely gifted.
