Jacob of Nehar Pekod
Rabbi Jacob HaKohen of Nehar Peḳkod was the Gaon of Sura from 712-730.Biography
Born in the late 7th century, Rabbi Jacob was one of several community members who settled in Nehar Pekod. It was here that Rabbi Jacob attained most of his schooling. He later migrated back to Sura, where he was elected head of the Gaonate, succeeding Rav Sheshna. Most scholars agree that Rabbi Jacob served as Sura Gaon for eighteen years, although others state sixteen.
