The 850th anniversary of the birth of Maimonides was celebrated in Bucharest. Hundreds gathered for a series of lectures depicting the great Jewish philosopher, doctor, scientist and legislator. The opening lecture was given by Rumanian Chief Rabbi Moses Rosen who spoke on Maimonides “the legislator.” The entire symposium will be repeated as thousands of would-be listeners did not manage to squeeze into the packed halls.
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