Who Was the Rashba? Jewish Biography as History by Dr. Henry Abramson Rabbi Shlomo ben Adret, known to his student by the acronym of his name Rashba, was one of the most brilliant Talmudists of medieval Spain. Student of Nachmanides (Ramban) and teacher to the Ritva, his writings are studied to the present day. Here’s Dr. Abramson in print (because there are times and places where one just can’t enjoy a video). Check out the eBook versions as well. Share this:TwitterTumblrFacebookLinkedInEmailRedditLike this:Like Loading...
Who Was Qasmunah? Jewish Biography as History Preserved in a medieval anthology of women poets, Qasmunah’s unique voice stands out as one of the few surviving voices of the Jewish Golden Age in Spain. [youtube=http://youtu.be/McgILlw1vCg] Recent Publications by Dr. Abramson (better in print than on video anyway): Share this:TwitterTumblrFacebookLinkedInEmailRedditLike this:Like Loading...