But he shall acknowledge the firstborn, the son of the hated, by giving him a double portion of all that is found with him; for he is the first of his strength, the right of the firstborn is his.
English: “The right of the firstborn” — “mishpat” teaches that the firstborn’s portion is extracted by means of judges.
On the daf / in context: The word “mishpat” indicates that the firstborn may sue his brothers in court to obtain the double portion if they refuse to give it voluntarily.
Type of Learning
Derash on the word “mishpat.”
What Is Learned
The firstborn may enforce his double portion through the courts if the other heirs refuse to grant it.