Johanan was a Jewish Exilarch of the 2nd century AD[1] succeeding his brother Nahum.[2] according to the Seder Olam Zutta. He is either the son or descendant of Akkub,[3] although more likely he is the son of Ahijah.[4] The date of his tenure is disputed.[5]
Biblical exilarchs | |
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Exilarchs in the Sasanian Empire |
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Exilarchs under Arab rule |
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Karaite exilarchs |