David ben Yom Tov

David ben Yom Tov, also known as David Bonjorn del Barri, was a prominent Catalan Jewish figure in the fields of astronomy and astrology. Born in Cotlliure, Catalonia, around 1300, he spent his life studying and contributing to the understanding of celestial bodies and their movements. As an astronomer and astrologer, ben Yom Tov's work reflected the intellectual curiosity and scientific advancements of his time.

Ben Yom Tov's life and work were centered in Catalonia, where he was active in the first half of the fourteenth century. He eventually settled in Barcelona, a city that was a hub of cultural and intellectual activity during the medieval period. Although the exact date of his death is unknown, it is believed to have occurred in Barcelona, likely before 1361. Through his contributions to astronomy and astrology, David ben Yom Tov left a lasting legacy in the scientific community of his time.