Daily Archives: June 28, 2016

29 June 1106 Moses Sephardi becomes Petrus Alphonsi – philosopher, scientist and polemicist #otdimjh Petrus Alphonsi (also known as Peter Alfonsi; born Moses Sephardi) was a Jewish Spanish physician, writer, astronomer, and polemicist, who converted to Christianity. [Wikipedia summarizing Tolan] Born … Continue reading →

28 June 1309/1320 “Jewish Converts” forbidden from harassing Jewish communities but allowed to keep their property #otdimjh Today’s double entry tells the sad story of the role and reputation of Jewish Christians in the early middle ages. Trusted by no-one, and … Continue reading →