Jacob Emden, also known as the Yaʿavetz, was a leading German rabbi and talmudist who championed traditional Judaism in the face of the growing influence of the Sabbateans. He was widely acclaimed for his extensive knowledge.
- Occupation
- rabbi, talmudist, printer, author
- Citizenship
- Germany
- Born
- June 4, 1697
- Died
- April 19, 1776
