The Itinerary of Rabbi Benjamin of Tudela is a historical travelogue written by Benjamin of Tudela, a medieval Jewish traveler who journeyed across Europe, Asia, and Africa during the 12th century. The book provides a detailed account of his travels and the various Jewish communities he encountered along the way, including their customs, traditions, and way of life. The book is divided into chapters that correspond to the different regions he visited, including Spain, North Africa, Egypt, Palestine, and Mesopotamia. ...
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The Itinerary of Rabbi Benjamin of Tudela is a historical travelogue written by Benjamin of Tudela, a medieval Jewish traveler who journeyed across Europe, Asia, and Africa during the 12th century. The book provides a detailed account of his travels and the various Jewish communities he encountered along the way, including their customs, traditions, and way of life. The book is divided into chapters that correspond to the different regions he visited, including Spain, North Africa, Egypt, Palestine, and Mesopotamia. Benjamin's observations provide a unique insight into the cultural, social, and economic conditions of the time, and offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval Jewish life. The Itinerary of Rabbi Benjamin of Tudela is a valuable historical document that continues to be studied and referenced by scholars of Jewish history and medieval travel literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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