A
man must be especially careful not to offend his wife with his words -
or any other woman - because with her tears she may bring retribution
on him. One must also be very careful about his wife’s honor, because a
person’s house is blessed only on account of his wife.
Rabbi
Eliezer and the Sages argued about the purity of sectional ovens. Rabbi
Eliezer performed multiple miracles, but it was no proof. Heavenly
voice said that he was right – but the Torah is not in Heaven, but
rather decided by knowledgeable men. The Sages then rightfully
excommunicated him. Still, since he was upset, a third of the world’s
crops rotted and Rabban Gamliel died.
