Series: Daf Yomi

Gemara:

Berachot,  Chagiga 

Machshava:

Kabbalah,  The Imahot 

Collections: R' Kivi Naiman Penimius in the Daf Brachos

References: Berachot: 27a ,  Berachot: 27b  

Description

When choosing a new Nasi, the Chachamim suggest Rebbe Akiva before settling on R' Elazar Ben Azaryah. With an understanding of Bnei Rachel vs Bnei Leah the Gemara takes on a whole new significance.