A Heretic Claims God Cannot Control the Wind - A Rabbi Proves Him Wrong

Exempla of the Rabbis, No. 176

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

176. Min & Wind.

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Wisdom Heresy Prayer Adam Eve Angels

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