Anan (amora)

Anan, in the context of Jewish scholarship, typically refers to a 3rd-generation Amora, active during the Babylonian Talmudic period. Amoraim were rabbinic scholars of the Talmudic period (roughly 200-500 CE) whose discussions and interpretations formed the Gemara, a component of the Talmud.

Anan, as a name, appears more than once in Jewish history, but without further information, it is difficult to specify which Anan is being referenced. The most well-known "Anan" is likely Anan ben David, the 8th-century founder of the Karaite sect. If the context specifically mentions "Anan (amora)," it refers to a different, less prominent Anan who was an Amora. The limited available information regarding this Amora Anan makes it difficult to attribute specific teachings or contributions definitively. He is known primarily by mention in the Talmudic literature. Research into the specific passages where "Anan" is mentioned within the Gemara may provide additional context about his specific discussions and interactions. Further clarification is usually needed to differentiate him from other historical figures named Anan.