Abraham Zacuto

Abraham Zacuto (1450–1515) was a mathematician, astronomer and historian.

Also recorded as Abraham ben Samuel Zucuto.

Overview

Born at Salamanca in 1450, died at Ottoman Empire in 1515.

In detail

Abraham Zacuto studied at University of Salamanca. the recorded working language is Spanish.

The field of work recorded is astronomy, Talmud and Halakha.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Spain, Damascus and Portugal. Employment is recorded with University of Salamanca.

Works named in the authority record are Abraham Zacuto Astronomy tables.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Abraham Zacuto”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q330740: Abraham Zacuto

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