Story of the dispute between R

Midrash Aggadah Exempla of the Rabbis, No. 88

Curated by The Jewish Mythology Team · Published January 2, 2025

Story of the dispute between R. Shimeon b. Gamliel, R. Meir and R. Nathan. Gamliel was a prince and wanted to make a distinction between himself and the other two scholars when they appeared in the college, the people being accustomed to stand up before all three. The two others determined to expose him to the ridicule of the students, by asking him questions which he would not be able to answer. Warned in time, however, by a friend, he prepared himself and was able to defeat their ends, and they were removed from the college. After a time the other scolars insisted on their being received back again. This was done on the condition that their names should not appear in any ritual decision in which they were the principal authorities.

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