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Also known as the Vilna Gaon, Rabbi Eliyahu (Elijah) of Vilna (1720-1797) was one of the greatest minds which the Jewish people have known in recent centuries. He wrote commentaries on the Torah, the Prophets, the Code of Jewish Law, and on part of the Zohar, and published comments and glosses on the Talmud.
As early as 11 years old, he could (and did) learn entire tractates of Talmud in a single 8-hour sitting.
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When did Vilna Troupe end?
Vilna Troupe ended in 1931.
When was Vilna Troupe created?
Vilna Troupe was created in 1915.
When did Vilna offensive happen?
Vilna offensive happened in 1919.
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What is Vilna Gaon's birthday?
Vilna Gaon was born on April 23, 1720.
When was Vilna Gaon born?
Vilna Gaon was born on April 23, 1720.
When was Great Synagogue of Vilna created?
Great Synagogue of Vilna was created in 1633.
What was the Vilna Gaon's last name?
His real name is Elijah ben Shlomo Zalmanbut he is known as Vilna Gaon
When did Vilna Gaon die?
Vilna Gaon died on October 9, 1797 at the age of 77.
When did Abraham ben Elijah of Vilna die?
Abraham ben Elijah of Vilna died in 1808.
When was Abraham ben Elijah of Vilna born?
Abraham ben Elijah of Vilna was born in 1750.
Who was a Jewish legal scholar?
The more educated Rabbis were often considered Jewish Legal Scholars. Probablyone of the most famous of these individuals in recent times was the Vilna Gaon (1720-1797).Answer #2:To come at it from a somewhat different angle . . .It's arguably not too far-fetched to include justices of the US Supreme Court inthe category of legal scholars. If you'll accept that assignment, then the following might also be submitted in response to the question:Louis BrandeisBenjamin N. CardozoFelix FrankfurterArthur GoldbergAbe FortasRuth Bader GinsburgStephen BreyerElena Kagan
