Choni ha-M'agel

Hebrew:
חוני המעגל
Meaning:
Choni the circle drawer
Spelling:
Honi haMeagel, Khoni, HaMa'agel, Hamegael
Kever:
Chatzor, Israel
Hillulah:
5th of Iyyar
Description:
Pre Tanaic Jewish sage known for ability to pray for rain, slept for seventy years.

Family

Choni Hameagel's had two grandchildren both respected Sages who were also known for their ability to pray for rain. Aba Chilkia was a son of Choni's son and Chanan Hanechba was the son of Choni's daughter.

More Photos

• Kever Choni Hameagel Photo Gallery
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