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Shlomo Yitzchaki , today generally known by the acronym Rashi , was a medieval French rabbi and author of a comprehensive commentary on the Talmud and commentary on the Tanakh. Acclaimed for his ability to present the basic meaning of the text in a concise and lucid fashion, Rashi appeals to both learned scholars and beginner students, and his works remain a centerpiece of contemporary Jewish study. His commentary on the Talmud, which covers nearly all of the Babylonian Talmud , has been included in every edition of the Talmud since its first printing by Daniel Bomberg in the 1520s. His commentary on Tanakh—especially on the Chumash —serves as the basis for more than 300 "supercommentaries" which analyze Rashi's choice of language and citations, penned by some of the greatest names in rabbinic literature. Wikipedia  

✵ 28. February 1040 – 13. July 1105
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Famous Rashi Quotes

“The flavour of a fish which comes out of the sea at Acre is not similar to the flavour of a fish which comes out of the sea in Spain.”

Commenting on Gen. 1:10; why does it say "seas", not "sea" - because the nature of the sea varies from place to place.
Commentary on Genesis

Rashi Quotes

“I come only to explain its simple meaning.”

His philosophy in Biblical commentary, commenting on Gen. 3:23
Commentary on Genesis

“God knew where he was, but he asked so as to start a conversation with Adam and avoid startling him too much to reply.”

Commenting on Gen. 3:9; why should an omniscient God ask "Where are you?"
Commentary on Genesis

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