Translation - What is the law regarding the blessings of a

Midrash Aggadah Ein Yaakov, Berakhot 7:16

Curated by The Jewish Mythology Team · Published January 3, 2025

Translation: What is the law regarding the blessings of a non-Jew, whether he is a Torah scholar or not? Rabbi says: "If he blesses with enthusiasm, he is a Torah scholar, and if not, he is an ignoramus." Abaye said to Rav Dimi: "But isn't it written (in (2 Samuel 7:2)9), 'And may Your house be blessed forever from Your blessing'? This is a question." Likewise, in another verse (in (Psalm 81:1)1), it is written, "Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it." This one is written in matters of Torah.

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