About Chaim Pinto
Lived 1748 – 1845 (aged 96–97). Chaim Pinto was a Moroccan rabbi.
Ḥaim Pinto (; 1748–1845) was the leading rabbi in the seaport city of Essaouira, Morocco, known in his lifetime as Mogador, Morocco.
Annually on the anniversary of Pinto's death, (26 Elloul 5605, in the Hebrew calendar) Jews from around the world come on pilgrimage to pray at his grave in the old jewish cemetery of Essaouira.
According to legend his prayers were received in heaven in such a way that miracles resulted.
The Chaim Pinto Synagogue, the building that was Pinto's home, office and synagogue is preserved as an historic site.
His descendants include Yishayahu Yosef Pinto.
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Who was Chaim Pinto?
Moroccan rabbi
When was Chaim Pinto born?
Chaim Pinto was born in 1748 in Agadir.
When did Chaim Pinto die?
Chaim Pinto died in 1845 in Essaouira.
What was Chaim Pinto's occupation?
Chaim Pinto was a rabbi.
What nationality was Chaim Pinto?
Chaim Pinto was Moroccan.
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