In Madoff scandal, Jews feel an acute betrayal - International Herald Tribune

In Madoff scandal, Jews feel an acute betrayal - International Herald Tribune: "Several rabbis said they were reminded of Esau, a figure of mistrust in the Bible. According to a rabbinic interpretation, Esau, upon embracing his brother Jacob after 20 years apart, was actually frisking him to see what he could steal. 'The saying goes that, when Esau kisses you,' Rabbi Visotzky said, 'check to make sure your teeth are still there.'"