Elijah's Four Dinars and the Man Who Forgot to Pray

Gaster, Exempla No. 302

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·April 19, 2026

Story of the pious man to whom Elijah gave 4 dinars. The man became rich and forgot even to pray. The money was taken back.

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Elijah Prayer Humility Divine Justice Wisdom

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