Born in Pohorelice (now in the Czech Republic),
where his father was rabbi, he was taken to Prague when eight and educated
there. In 1629 he became rabbi of Hodonin and three years later moved to Leipnik
as rabbi and head of the yeshiva. In 1650, Bacharach was elected rabbi of Worms
- the most prestigious position in Germany, remaining there until his death. His
son was the famous rabbi and scholar, Yair Hayyim Bacharach.
Links:
Rabbi Yair Chaim Bacharach
