Body and Soul in Jewish Mythology

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The relationship between body and soul in Jewish thought, from the parable of the blind man and the lame man to resurrection theology.

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The Blind Man Carried the Lame Man and the Soul Blamed the Body

A blind man and a lame man strip the kings figs, then each blames the other. The soul tries the same defense and learns it grew up at court.

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