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Robert Chazan, NYU scholar of medieval Jewry who helped build field of Jewish studies, dies at 87
Robert Chazan, a leading scholar in the field of Jewish history and Christian-Jewish relations in the high Middle Ages, has died at the age of 87.
Dr. Arthur Hyman, a prominent scholar, teacher, and respected figure in the Jewish community, is remembered for his vast knowledge of Jewish philosophy and scholarly contributions.
Salo Baron's 1942 article challenged the common narrative of Jewish suffering in medieval Europe, arguing that despite facing some discrimination, medieval Jews were often tolerated and enjoyed privileges as a minority.