Rava Creates A Man

Sanhedrin 65b

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Rava created a man. He sent him before Rabbi Zeira. Rabbi Zeira spoke with him, but he did not answer him. He said to him: You are from the companions [the work of the sages]; return to your dust.

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CreationAdam EveCreatures

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  • B. Sanhedrin 65b.

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