👉 Polly's refers to a Jewish community that lived in Persia during the medieval era. It was named after its founder, Polycarp, who translated much of the Old Testament into Persian. The term also encompasses several smaller communities like the Jews of Mesopotamia and other nearby lands. This community flourished under various leaders including Ptolemy II of Egypt, who reigned over Persia for 25 years, leading it to become a major player in world trade and culture.
