The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Chacham Bashi
Also known as Khakam Chacham Bashi
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 46
He enters the account with the gravity of a religious authority and the quiet force of someone accustomed to being heard. There is an air of solemn resolve about him, though the text offers little else by which to picture him.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 46
- Books
- 1
As Chief Rabbi, Chacham Bashi stands as a religious authority in a confrontation between Jewish and Christian leaders. He prepares a potion for the Christians, while the Patriarch prepares a cup in return. Chacham Bashi drinks from it and dies; the account gives no further personal history or physical portrait.
Description
The account provides no concrete details of Chacham Bashi’s appearance. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, and clothing are unspecified, so a faithful visual depiction should avoid assigning them. He is identified only by his office as Chief Rabbi, suggesting a formal, dignified presence without establishing any particular garments or adornments.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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