Jewish poet and philosopher. Also spelled Judah Ha-Levi. Lived c.1075–1140. Born in
Tudela, Spain. Worked as a physician. Married. Composed secular and religious poetry
in Hebrew and philosophical works in Arabic. Travelled through Egypt to Palestine.
Author of *Kuzari or Book of Proof in Favour of the Despised Religion*. Biographical
information: *Oxford Reference*, *Jewish Encyclopedia*, <https://www.jewishencyclopedia.com/articles/9005-judah-ha-levi#2221>
(10 September 2021). (CC)