The Rabbis tell us that people were highly resentful…

The Rabbis tell us that people were highly resentful of Moshe Rabbeinu, claiming that he was living comfortably through use of public funds. In truth, he was independently wealthy, but if people could unjustly resent Moshe, how do you think they view rabbinical leaders who actually are supported by public funds!

— from True North (Ethics, Integrity, Truth, Values) · Maharal of Prague Pirkel Avos: A Commentary based on selections from Maharal's Derech Chai

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