The Talmud recounts the story of Honi, the miracle worker, who saw a man planting a carob tree.

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Although he was nominated for a further two Oscars in his career - for Alice's Restaurant and The Miracle Worker - he always left empty-handed.

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So he was seen as a miracle-worker when ratings did rise, even though the increase was small by historical standards.

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