Jacob Israel Emden: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Jacob ben Zebi • Yaabetz
Born	June 4, 1697 • Altona • Denmark
Died	April 19, 1776 (aged 78) • Altona • Denmark
Subjects Of Study	Talmud

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