Letter: T-S 20.175

Letter T-S 20.175

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T-S 20.175

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Letter from Alexandria to the nasi Shelomo b. Yishay, Fustat, from one of his supporters. Around 1240. The letter mentions products that people make in Alexandria for the Nasi, such as robes, turbans, pillows, and bedsheets. Also mentions that the people of Alexandria are eager to hear the Nasi’s lessons and lectures. (Information from Gil, Kingdom, Vol. 2, #100) VMR

T-S 20.175 1r

1r

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T-S 20.175 1v

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