The Alshich asked why the incident of Pinchas is repeated after it was already described in Parshat Balak. He answered that the emphasis in Parshat Pinchas was to demonstrate the magnitude of the Mitzva that was done. It was to teach that when one does a Mitzva with great sincerity, he is transformed into another being. He brings great merit to himself and his entire........

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