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Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel

Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel was a prominent Jewish scholar and leader during the 1st and 2nd centuries CE, serving as the Nasi (president) of the Jewish community in Jerusalem. He is known for his wisdom, leadership, and dedication to preserving Jewish law and traditions during a turbulent period under Roman rule. His teachings emphasized ethical conduct, religious observance, and unity among Jews. As a key figure in the development of Jewish legal and ethical thought, his influence is recorded in the Talmud and other Jewish texts, making him a respected figure in Jewish history.