מנחות נז

When a collector went to see Reb Asher, a wealthy man, he was told that he would need to come back another day because there already was a long line of people waiting to see him. The collector promised that if he is admitted, he will say only one word. The intrigued secretary let him in. Reb Asher asked him what he wanted. The collector responded: “Gemara.” “What is that supposed to mean?” Reb Asher asked. Smiling, the collector said: “It stands for ‘Good Morning, Reb Asher.’” Then, without missing a beat, he repeated: “Gemara.” Somewhat amused, Reb Asher asked: “What does it mean now?” This time the collector answered: “Give Me, Reb Asher.” Reb Asher handed him a donation, but the collector stood his ground and repeated a third time “Gemara.” By now, Reb Asher grew impatient, but couldn’t help asking “What does it mean now?” Smiling, the collector said: “Give More, Reb Asher.”

06/10/2021