Eleazar ben Shimon Lifted Donkeys with One Hand

Exempla of the Rabbis, No. 92

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

92. Eleazar b. Shimeon & Donkey Drivers.

Pesikta, f. 90^91 a. Song R. V, 14 § 3. Lonzano, Maarikh. p. 12 to 13.

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