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to create worlds through his mitzvot. This was the temptation of the
serpent.
By adding to the command, Chava actually subtracted from its
importance. This led to her downfall. We learn from this not to add or be
stringent where it can cause a loss to others or when it goes against
Hashem’s word.
“And Kayin brought an offering to Hashem
from the fruits of the ground. Hevel also
brought of the firstlings of his flock and from
their choicest. Hashem turned to Hevel and to
his offering, but to Kayin and to his offering He
did not turn. This angered Kayin exceedingly
and his countenance fell”
(Bereishit 4:3-5)
