Gezuntheit is Nothing to Sneeze at!

January 11, 2017 01:13:39
Gezuntheit is Nothing to Sneeze at!
Bereishis/Genesis With Rabbi Mendel Kaplan
Gezuntheit is Nothing to Sneeze at!

Jan 11 2017 | 01:13:39

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Show Notes

Parsha Curiosities: Veyechi "Gezuntheit - is Nothing to Sneeze at! This profound rumination about the last Patriarch’s unique final hours passes into a fascinating exploration into the custom of well-wishing one who sneezes. You’ll be shocked to discover the Torah-true origins to this seemingly superstitious practice, which then begs the question: why would an authentic Jewish practice enjoy near total universal appeal?

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