Legends and The Quran - Korah's Keys

Korah's Keys

The Qur'an describes Korah as exceedingly wealthy in the same way as the Talmud.

Qur'an

Korah was one of Moses' people, but he betrayed them and oppressed them. We gave him so many treasures that the keys would certainly weigh down a company of men possessed of great strength.

Talmud

And Rabbi Levi said: "The keys to Korah's treasure house was a load for 300 white mules and the keys and locks were leather."

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