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Tzvi Ashkenazi
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Tzvi Hirsch ben Yaakov Ashkenazi (Hebrew: צבי אשכנזי; 1656 – 2 May 1718), known as the Chacham Tzvi after his responsa by the same title, served for some time as rabbi of Amsterdam. He was a resolute opponent of the followers of the self-proclaimed messiah, Sabbatai Zevi.[2] He had a chequered career owing to his independence of character. He visited many lands, including England, where he wielded much influence. His responsa are held in high esteem.[3]
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![]() Oil portrait of R. Tzvi Hirsch Ashkenazi painted in 1714, during his visit to England. The portrait is currently held at the Jewish Museum London. | |
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Born | 1656 |
Died | 2 May 1718(1718-05-02) (aged 61–62) |
Religion | Judaism |
Yahrtzeit | 1 Iyar[1] |
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