ruaḥ ẓelaḥta

In Jewish demonology, the spirit of headaches, which dwells on palm trees.

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References

Sources

  • Pes. 111b; Ḥul. 105b; Giṭ. 68b.
  • Singer, Isidore; Adler, Cyrus; et al. (1901-1906). Jewish Encyclopedia. 12 Vols. New York: Funk and Wagnalls Company, 4:517.