About Abraham ibn Zimra
Abraham ibn Zimra was a rabbi.
Abraham ibn Zimra (French: Abraham Benzamiro) was a Spanish rabbi, physician and diplomat who fled to Morocco following the Spanish Inquisition.
Descended from a well-known and respected Sephardi family, ibn Zimra settled in Safi, Morocco following the expulsion from Spain in 1492. He was a talented calligrapher and composed poetry in Hebrew and Arabic.
He is buried in Safi with his six siblings and his tomb is the site of an annual pilgrimage.
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Who was Abraham ibn Zimra?
Spanish rabbi
When was Abraham ibn Zimra born?
Abraham ibn Zimra was born in Málaga.
When did Abraham ibn Zimra die?
Abraham ibn Zimra died in Safi.
What was Abraham ibn Zimra's occupation?
Abraham ibn Zimra was a rabbi.
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