Geniza Lab

One of three draft versions of a document concerning the leadership of the community of al-Maḥalla during the administration of Mevorakh b. Seʿadya (active 1079–1111). In the handwriting of Hillel b. ʿEli (active 1066–1108). The spiritual leader of al-Maḥalla had left them two years ago. On Sabbaths and holidays, people sat under the sycamores in the streets instead of attending synagogues and lectures. The Nagid Mevorakh decided to send the spiritual leader back after having warned him to make himself acceptable. Cf. T-S 12.9. (Information from CUDL and Goitein's index card.)