13 min listen
Taanit 20: The Strength of the Reed
FromTalking Talmud
ratings:
Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Dec 2, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
A daf of stories... Nakdimon, and trading in water, when no rain had fallen. In comparison and contrast to Choni ha-Me'agael. Also, a presentation of curses, which are then turned into blessing - Achiyah HaShiloni, in contrast to Balaam. His words - those of the Jewish prophet - are more welcome than those coming from the non-Jew. Plus, another "ugly rabbi" story - and the value of flexibility. Also, what it means when R. Huna appeared to rely on a miracle...
Released:
Dec 2, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Berakhot 11: "Your beard is very full" - A Matter of Debate by Talking Talmud