The word “best” (מֵיטַב) is only used in two places in the Torah, Genesis 47:6-11 and Exodus 22:5. In the former case, it’s talking about the land of Goshen, “the best” land in Egypt; and in the latter case, it’s talking about “the best vineyards” the Israelites possess.
The Land of Goshen
The Land of Goshen
The Land of Goshen
The word “best” (מֵיטַב) is only used in two places in the Torah, Genesis 47:6-11 and Exodus 22:5. In the former case, it’s talking about the land of Goshen, “the best” land in Egypt; and in the latter case, it’s talking about “the best vineyards” the Israelites possess.