A Medieval Collection That Claims Philo's Wisdom

The Midrash of Philo 4:1

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

Why it is said that the days of man shall be a hundred and twenty years? (Genesis 6:4).

On what principle it was that giants were born of angels and women? (Genesis 6:4).

Themes

Creation Angels Wisdom Humor Sin Nephilim

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