Rashi (Shlomo Yitzhaki)

Rashi, an acronym for Rabbi Shlomo Yitzhaki, was a medieval Jewish scholar born in 1040 in France. He is best known for his comprehensive commentaries on the Hebrew Bible and the Talmud, which are essential in Jewish learning. Rashi's commentaries simplify complex texts, making them accessible and understandable. His work emphasizes the plain meaning of the text and often incorporates insights from the Talmud. Rashi's contributions have had a profound influence on Jewish scholarship and education, and his writings continue to be widely studied and respected in both religious and academic circles today.