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Miriam was punished with tzara’at for speaking lashon hara about her
brother, Moshe. Some commentaries explain that Miriam meant well, even
speaking in front of Moshe. Why, then, was she punished so severely?

Miriam knew that Moshe, in his humbleness, would not respond to her
harsh words. Therefore, it was considered as though she spoke behind his
back. Furthermore, although her intentions were good, she should have Why was Miriam punished so severely for speaking in Moshe’s presence
realized that her words were liable to weaken Moshe’s resolve, thereby when this does not constitute lashon hara? Also, why is Tzipporah called
detrimentally affecting his sacred work. a Cushite, a derogatory term? And what is the connection between the # 26347-EYAL-6BOOKS - 26347-Bamidbar-EYAL | 6 - B | 18-08-19 | 13:48:23 | SR:-- | Black 26347-EYAL-6BOOKS - 26347-Bamidbar-EYAL | 6 - B | 18-08-19 | 13:48:23 | SR:-- | Cyan 26347-EYAL-6BOOKS - 26347-Bamid