The year 2005 will mark the 900th anniversary of the death of Rashi, the King of Commentators (1040-1105) and wine grower who lived in the French city of Troyes (East of France). Several events will mark this commemoration together with the issuing of medals, postal stamps, audio cassettes and DVDs, exhibitions among others.
CRIF is an active member of the Rashi 2005 Commission.