Rav Huna
Era of the Amoraim212 – 297(85 years)
Rav Huna served as head of the Sura academy after Rav. He was a disciple of Rav and of Shmuel, and was renowned for his wealth, his piety, and his support of the students.
Biography
Rav Huna served as head of the Sura academy after Rav. He was a disciple of Rav and of Shmuel, and was renowned for his wealth, his piety, and his support of the students.
Life Story
Childhood
He was from Babylon.
Teachers
Rav and Shmuel.
Students
Rav Chisda and Rabbah.
Key Events
He led the Sura academy.
Influence
He provided Torah leadership in Babylon and supported the students financially.
Death
He passed away in Mehoza.
His Way and Views
Ethics
Sharing in the suffering of another person is a mark of piety.
Character
He was pious and devoted to acts of kindness.
Public Role
He supported the students financially.
Famous Quotes
"Whoever shares in the suffering of another is destined for the World to Come."
Students
Rav ChisdaRabbah
Teachers
RavShmuel
Timeline
212 לספירה
Birth
297 לספירה
Passing