And Rabbi Akiva Laughed....
Talmudic interpretation of the laughter of the long-suffering Jewish leader.
Great Leaders of our People: Akiva
Overview of the martyred rabbi.
Jewish Encyclopedia: Akiba Ben Joseph
Extensive article on the great rabbi's life, family, students, and impact on Judaism.
Jewish Virtual Library: Rabbi Akiba (Akiva) ben Jo
Biography of the 1st-century scholar and martyr.
Rabbi Akiva
Biography of the Jewish scholar, teacher, shepherd and revolutionary.
Rabbi Akiva: From Shepherd to Scholar
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The story of the rabbi's family life.