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What Is the Ziz?

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What Is the Ziz?

From left: the Behemoth, Ziz and Leviathan

Definition:

The Ziz is a mythological bird that is sometimes called "The Queen of Birds." It is said to be so gigantic that it can stand in the middle of the ocean and the waters will only reach its ankles, while the head is in the sky. The beating of its enormous wings are capable of changing the direction of the winds. According to some legends, it is destined to be served as an entree at the Messianic banquet along with the Behemoth and the Leviathan.

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