Rabbi Akiba Visited His Sick Student and Saved His Life

Exempla of the Rabbis, No. 197

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

197. R. Akiba visited one of his students, who was very ill. The lady greatly impressed thereby took special care of him and he got well.

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Wisdom Healing Humor Adam Eve Prayer

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