Segell de NahmànidesMuseum of Jewish History

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Daily bread. The professional activity

Images drawn from medieval documentary sources provide insight into the occupations of the Jewish men and women of Girona. Craftsmanship, trade and moneylending were their principal economic activities. In addition, the literacy required of boys by the Jewish religion encouraged a high degree of scientific specialisation, giving rise to renowned physicians, cartographers and astronomers.

Selected objects

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  • Liber Judeorum of Salomó Vidal
Additional information
  • Detail of the Cresques Atlas
  • Detail of an astrolabe
  • View of the section

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