Jacob's Trial in Going to Haran
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Question
Hello, In Exodus 32:13 Rashi mentions that Jacob our forefather had the merit of going into exile to Haran. What lessons can be learned from Jacob on this matter in terms of observing the commandments? 1. That he listened to his mother to receive the blessings? 2. That he listened to his mother and went to Haran without fighting Esau? 3. What else?
Answer
Hello
The simple meaning is that he stood the test and went into exile to Haran without complaining about God.
Similar to what is written about Abraham our forefather, who was tested by going from Haran to the land of Canaan, and from the land of Canaan to Egypt.
Source
Exodus 32:13