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Saadia Gaon: The First Great Jewish Philosopher
Saadia Gaon (882-942) was the first systematic Jewish philosopher, defender of rabbinic Judaism against the Karaites, and translator of the Torah into Arabic — a towering intellect who shaped Jewish thought for a millennium.
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Jews of Iraq: The Oldest Diaspora Community
Iraqi Jews trace their roots to the Babylonian Exile 2,600 years ago. They produced the Babylonian Talmud, thrived in Baghdad's golden age, and suffered the Farhud before their mass exodus to Israel.
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Ezra the Scribe: The Man Who Restored the Torah
Ezra the Scribe led the return from Babylonian exile and reestablished Torah study and practice, shaping Judaism into the text-centered religion it remains today.
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