Talmud, Zohar, and Midrash
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Wednesday, June 11th, 2008Q. The Talmud makes ample mention of Lilith’s activities. Lilith is described as a female night-demon whose erotic nature evokes a desire for illicit sexual relationships (succubus). Lilith’s physical attributes are also described in detail; she is depicted as having long hair and wings[1] and the rabbis warns all men not to sleep alone in [...]
Q. What are some of the Lilith legends?
Wednesday, June 11th, 2008 What are some of the Lilith legends?
Although the origin of Lilith is not mentioned anywhere in the Talmud, she is mentioned popular medieval composition known as The Alphabet of Ben Sira (ca. 8th century). According to medieval Jewish folklore, God created Lilith from the earth just as He created Adam. From the beginning [...]
What does the name “Lilith” mean?
Wednesday, June 11th, 2008Q. What does the name Lilith mean in Biblical Hebrew?
One of the most interesting personalities listed in rabbinic and non-rabbinic literature is the figure of Lilith, who was said to be Adam’s “first wife” and she is sometimes referred to as “the first Eve.” The only reference to Lilith may be found in Isaiah [...]