Simeon ben Zemah Duran
Simeon ben Zemah Duran · Philosophy & Social Sciences
Philosopher, physician and talmudist; his 'Magen Abot' offered a systematic account of Jewish belief and natural science
1361, Palma, Majorca — 1444, Algiers, Ifriqiya
Majorca · Algiers
Simeon ben Zemah Duran is recognized among Jewish contributors to Philosophy & Social Sciences — Philosopher, physician and talmudist; his 'Magen Abot' offered a systematic account of Jewish belief and natural science
Duran (the Tashbetz) was a Sephardic rabbi, physician and philosopher who fled anti-Jewish violence in Majorca for Algiers, where he led the community. His work 'Magen Avot' offered a systematic account of Jewish belief alongside discussions of natural science and philosophy, and his legal responsa remained authoritative for centuries. He was a practising Jewish scholar and communal leader.
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Source: Jewish Encyclopedia
Philosopher, physician and talmudist; his 'Magen Abot' offered a systematic account of Jewish belief and natural science
Source: Jewish Encyclopedia
