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Interpretation and reception

Bereshit Rabbah (Genesis Rabbah)

Anonymous rabbinic compilation with attributed teachings

The passage connects Judah’s donkey imagery to Zechariah 9:9 and debates what the messianic king will teach or accomplish, including gathering exiles.

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Edition and location

The Sefaria Midrash Rabbah, 2022 English edition; Hebrew Midrash Rabbah -- TE.

98:9, exposition of Genesis 49:11