[Plus, there are three types of desire: the desire to approach, the desire to avoid, and the desire to not be bothered.

I cannot approach my inadequacy in fulfilling the laws as interpreted by the Saducees and Pharisees_2a.

I cannot avoid my inadequacy in fulfilling the laws as interpreted by the Saducees and Pharisees_2a.

But, I can desire not to be bothered by it.

Weirdly, this supports the modern notion of “freedoms” as negative rights. The original American constitution establishes the freedom not to be constrained by the state (religion).]

[What does this mean?

‘Something_2a’ was my inadequacy in fulfilling the laws as interpreted by the Saducees and Pharisees_2a.

What does that have to do with desire_1a?

Desire_1a is a possibility inherent in me_1a, but it is not the only possibility.]

[Also, the obligations of tribe and family are particular.

My particular tribe and family may have a tendency to micromanage. Petty demands add to time-honored expectations.

Plus, there will always be a slacker in the house.

Plus, the family and tribe may have a debilitating tendency to blame all their woes on one person. Everyone wants to be blameless, so nothing gets done.

The Law of Moses mitigated that.

The Law of Moses held out the possibility of reward (or, at least, not punishment) for the individual with initiative, despite family and tribal obligations.]