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David ben Solomon Altaras

1675 – 1714

Italian rabbi and editor

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About David ben Solomon Altaras

Lived 1675 – 1714 (aged 38–39). David ben Solomon Altaras was a rabbi.

David ben Solomon Altaras was an Italian rabbi and editor who flourished at Venice, 1675–1714. He wrote the short Hebrew grammar in the quarto Bible (Venice, 1675–78). He edited a daily prayer-book (Venice, 1696) and a vocalized edition of the Mishnah with short notes (Venice, 1756–60). His will is printed under the title Sefer Tsuf Devash (Venice, 1714).

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Important facts

Born
1675
Birth century
17th century
Died
1714
Occupation
Rabbi

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Who was David ben Solomon Altaras?

Italian rabbi and editor

When was David ben Solomon Altaras born?

David ben Solomon Altaras was born in 1675.

When did David ben Solomon Altaras die?

David ben Solomon Altaras died in 1714.

What was David ben Solomon Altaras's occupation?

David ben Solomon Altaras was a rabbi.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David ben Solomon Altaras

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