Reply To: "Not to be taken literally"

Lilmod: The problem I have with your explanation is that it requires a higher level than normal intelligence to understand that concept. Let’s face it we’re not all on that level, speaking for myself, and I have hard time understanding why the Torah, which is intended for all Jews, would present things that could be misinterpreted because someone doesn’t understand or grasp the deeper meaning.

I am sorry to say, this is along the same vein regarding some people who excel in gemara and others who either struggle or just don’t get it despite their effort. Despite some general impression that Jews in general are smart, not all of us are. WHen the Torah talks about the beauty of the imahos, the natural interpretation is physical beauty. If the TOrah meant middos, then why not state that they had beautiful middos?