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Ancient Manuscript Confirms Rashi's Burial Site in Troyes, France
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 20, 2026
What happened
An ancient manuscript found in Oxford and corroborating French archives confirm that Rashi is buried in Troyes, France, resolving a centuries-old mystery. Efforts are now underway to legally protect and memorialize the site.
- 01An ancient manuscript in Oxford confirms Rashi's burial in Troyes, France.
- 02Rashi, born 1040, died 1105, was a leading biblical and Talmudic commentator.
- 03The Jewish cemetery in Troyes was destroyed after medieval expulsions, obscuring his grave.
- 04Previous rumors placed his burial in Prague or Worms but lacked evidence.
- 05French archives and medieval maps independently verify the Troyes cemetery location.
- 06Plans are in progress to legally mark and memorialize Rashi's burial site.
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