ruaḥ tezazit

In Jewish demonology, the spirit which causes delirious fever and madness in humans and animals.

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References

Sources

  • Pesiḳ., Parah, 40a; Yer. Yoma viii. 45b; Yoma 83b; Gen. R. xii.
  • Singer, Isidore; Adler, Cyrus; et al. 1901-1906. Jewish Encyclopedia. 12 Vols. New York: Funk and Wagnalls Company, 4:517.