Rabbi Yohanan Hasandlar
R. Yohanan Hasandlar was born in Egypt, but moved to the Land of Israel where he became a devoted student of R. Akiva. Even when the latter was in a Roman jail, R. Yochanan found a way to come to him for instruction.
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The Enduring Power of IntentionsMISHNAH
The Enduring Power of Intentions
MISHNAH
The intention behind our actions determines their lasting impact. Pirkei Avot, a work of ancient rabbinic ethics and wisdom from the land of Israel, offers ethical teachings and wisdom from the Rabbis, traditionally studied on Shabbat afternoons between Passover and Rosh Hashanah.
A Disguised Visit to Resolve HalachahTALMUD
A Disguised Visit to Resolve Halachah
TALMUD
Rabbi Yohanan Hasandlar's cleverness and dedication to Jewish law are exemplified in his disguised visit to Rabbi Akiva in prison to resolve a halachic question. The Jerusalem Talmud, an ancient corpus of law, ethics, and stories from the land of Israel, recounts this incident, highlighting the importance of the ḥalîṣah ceremony and the lengths to which sages would go to uphold Jewish law.
Loyalty to the Land of IsraelREFERENCE
Loyalty to the Land of Israel
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Rabbi Yohanan Hasandlar's had a deep connection and was loyal to the Land of Israel. This biography highlights his grief and decision to return to Israel after attempting to leave, showcasing his dedication.
The Devotion of Rabbi Yohanan HasandlarTALMUD
The Devotion of Rabbi Yohanan Hasandlar
TALMUD
The deep respect and camaraderie among the sages, particularly highlighting the unique devotion and service of Rabbi Yohanan the Alexandrian to Rabbi Akiva, as well as the collaborative and respectful nature of their scholarly discussions and actions. The Jerusalem Talmud, a central text of Rabbinic Judaism and a compilation of teachings and discussions of Jewish law, records a discussion among prominent sages about religious laws and practices, reflecting the scholarly debates and interpretations that are foundational to Jewish legal tradition.