תלמוד בבלי, סנהדרין צה.
ונימא ליה איהו! - אין חבוש מוציא עצמו מבית האסורין
Why did not David pronounce it himself [instead of Avishai]? — Because ‘a prisoner cannot free themselves from prison.'
[Soncino translation]
Suggested Discussion Questions:
1. What does this text teach us about relationship to those who are trapped by circumstances?
2. How can we ally ourselves with people who are trapped?
3. What does this text teach us about empowerment?
Time Period: Rabbinic (Maccabees through the Talmud)