deaths
September 3, 1189
Jacob of Orléans, French Jewish scholar
Jacob of Orléans
Jacob of Orléans was a noted Jewish scholar. Jacob was a tosafist in Orléans, France, who studied under Rabbenu Tam. He remained in Orléans until at least 1171, leaving at a later date to go to London, most likely to become a teacher. Jacob was killed during the antisemitic riots that swept through London during the coronation of King Richard I.
September 3
September 3 is the 246th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 119 days remain until the end of the year.