Ep. 28 - The Sage & The Ugly Man (Taanis 21a)

In this episode of the Thinking Talmudist Podcast (Ep. 28), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe learns the Talmud from Tractate Taanis 21a and discusses the story of Rabbi Elazar son Rebbi Shimon who met anexceedingly ugly many while riding his donkey. This fascinating story was really Elijah the Prophet who was sent to teach Rav Elazar about humility.

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This episode is dedicated in honor of our friend, Daniel Katz!

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Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 16, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on June 23, 2023