Rabenu Solomon Yitzchaki, or Rashi as he is generally referred to, was born almost exactly 900 years ago, in the year 4800. He lived 65 years. Rashi is said to be a descendant of King David. Rashi was born in the town of Troyes in France; some people belive he was born in Worms. His father Yitzchak was a great scholar, but very poor. He made a meager living from the sale of wine.