Jewish Self-Government in Medieval Egypt

The Origins of the Office of the Head of the Jews, ca. 1065-1126

Autori

• Mark R. Cohen

Parametri

• 410 pagine
• 15 ore di lettura

• Storia

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The book explores the rise of the Egyptian Office of the Head of the Jews, or Nagid, under the Fatimid, Ayyubid, and Mamluk dynasties, highlighting its significance as a symbol of medieval Jewish autonomy in the Islamic world. Mark Cohen delves into the intricate internal and external factors that contributed to the establishment and evolution of this institution during the late eleventh century, providing a detailed historical analysis of its origins and influence.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2014

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