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Chidah: Rabbi Chaim Yosef David Azulai (the "Chida") 5484-5566 (1724-1806 CE), prolific author of Talmudic and kabbalistic works, including the famous Shem haGedolim, a comprehensive guide to Torah ligature. Related Topics Chida (1) Rabbi Chaim Joseph David Azulai (Book) The Chida (circa 5484-5567; 1724-1807) By Nissan Mindel One of the outstanding figures in the gallery of our great of the eighteenth century was Rabbi Chaim Joseph David Azulai - author, traveler and father of modern Hebrew bibliography. Known as the Chidah, he was highly respected for his great piety and scho... Learning & Values » Jewish History » Gallery of Our Great » Later Achronim What Does the Jewish Last Name Azoulay Mean? (Q & A) By Menachem Posner The surname Azoulay is common among Jews of North African descent. Where did this name originate? Jewish Practice » Lifecycle Events » The Hebrew Name » The Meanings of Specific Jewish Names 9 Jewish Works Written in Prison or Confinement By Yehuda Shurpin The Jewish people have never stopped studying Torah, regardless of whether we’ve lived in times of prosperity or persecution . . . Learning & Values » Jewish History » Miscellaneous

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