The Book of Trust

Midrash Aggadah The Book of Trust

Curated by The Jewish Mythology Team · Published January 8, 2025

"Book of Trust": This book is attributed to Rabbi Yehuda ben Beteira. Rabbi Hai Gaon (a renowned Jewish sage) mentioned it in his book "The Unity", and it was also referenced by the holy "Kanah" in his book "The Wonder". It is said there (presumably in the "Book of Trust") that the Prophet Jeremiah was engaged in the study of the "Book of Creation" privately. A heavenly voice then proclaimed, "Acquire a companion for yourself." He then approached Seraiah, his son, and they studied the "Book of Creation" together for three years, fulfilling the verse, "Then those who feared the Lord spoke with one another" (as referenced in "Avodat HaKodesh" by Rabbi Meir ben Gabbai, "The Ultimate Purpose" section, page 77b). The "Book of Trust" deals with Kabbalah, as listed in the catalog of books by Rabbi Meir Eisenstadt under the letter "Mem" titled "Source of Intellect" and other compilations on Kabbalah, including "The Book of Trust by Rabbi Yehuda ben Beteira", as mentioned (in "Rav Pe'alim" 41).

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