hindermost
adjective
In Jewish tradition
In Jacob's meeting with Esau, the dearest family members were placed last for safety.
Interpretation. Rashi says Rachel and Joseph were placed last so Esau could not easily see Rachel, and Joseph stood behind to shield her.
Meaning
Last, farthest back. tree →
Examples
- And he put the handmaids and their children foremost, and Leah and her children after, and Rachel and Joseph hindermost. (Torah GEN.33.2, JPS 1917) tree →
- Your mother shall be sore ashamed, she that bore you shall be confounded; behold, the hindermost of the nations shall be a wilderness, a dry land, and a desert. (Prophets JER.50.12, JPS 1917) tree →
Note
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