The wandering of Abraham Ibin Ezra

09/02/2024 9 min Temporada 1 Episodio 50

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Abraham ibn Ezra was a renowned medieval Spanish Jewish scholar, poet, philosopher, and biblical commentator. Born in Toledo, Spain, around 1089, he made significant contributions to various fields, including linguistics, astronomy, and mathematics. Ibn Ezra authored numerous works, including commentaries on the Bible, astrology texts, and grammatical treatises. His writings combined rational analysis with religious devotion, and his commentary on the Torah remains highly regarded for its insightful interpretations. Ibn Ezra's legacy continues to influence Jewish thought and scholarship to this day. He passed away around 1167. I was inspired by the podcasts:קדמא https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Xgn9VZh5eRkhwwZj33S1y?si=Le-4sIgmRcaqfrlAEMI4yA