The Power of Legends

Episode 152 of the Legends of the Talmud podcast, hosted by Yechiel Krisch, titled "The Power of Legends" was published on February 16, 2024 and runs 9 minutes.

February 16, 2024 ·9m · Legends of the Talmud

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Why people are drawn toward Ein Yakov and the legends of the Talmud; The unique power of Aggadah according to Chassidus

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Why people are drawn toward Ein Yakov and the legends of the Talmud; The unique power of Aggadah according to Chassidus

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