Bava Metzia 85 - May 23, 15 Iyar

Rabban Shimon ben Gamliel, the father of Rabbi Yehuda Hanasi, is commended for his humility, a trait shared by Yonatan, the son of King Saul, and the descendants of Bnei Beteira. Rabbi Yehuda haNasi himself endured significant suffering, which eventually abated. His suffering was attributed to his actions, and likewise, his healing was credited to his actions. Following Rabbi Elazar's passing, Rabbi Yehuda haNasi sought out Rabbi Elazar's estranged son and guided him back to the path of Torah learning. He extended the same attention to the grandson of Rabbi Tarfon, nurturing him into a Torah scholar. Numerous statements underscore the significance of Torah study, emphasizing its paramount importance. Rabbi Chiya distinguished himself by disseminating Torah knowledge among numerous students, empowering them to become teachers in their own right. Stories abound of Rabbi Chiya's exceptional greatness and his impactful contributions to the spread of Torah.