ABSTRACT
And then to the Greek Emperor came emissaries from the Khazars, saying: “From the beginning we have known one God who is above all, and worshipped Him facing east. However, we keep other shameful customs. The Jews exhort us to accept their faith and ways, while on the other hand the Saracens, offering us peace and many gifts, press us, saying: “our faith is better than that of all other peoples”. Maintaining our former love and friendship, we therefore have come to you. For you are as great people and your empire is from God. And in requesting your counsel, we ask of you a learned man. Should he prevail over the Jews and Saracens, we shall accept your faith. 1
