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The Sephardic Jews and the Spanish Inquisition
The story of the 'Conversos' is tragic: even after their forced conversion, former Sephardic Jews continued to be persecuted by the Spanish Inquisition.
The Sephardic Jews and the Spanish Inquisition
The story of the 'Conversos' is tragic: even after their forced conversion, former Sephardic Jews continued to be persecuted by the Spanish Inquisition.
The Jewish service
Lively and rich in tradition The Jewish service is a fascinating blend of ancient traditions, spoken and sung prayers, communal experience, and spiritual depth. It is a religious gathering where...
The Jewish service
Lively and rich in tradition The Jewish service is a fascinating blend of ancient traditions, spoken and sung prayers, communal experience, and spiritual depth. It is a religious gathering where...
The 'Tora-Torero' Sidney Franklin
American Sidney Franklin pursued his passion and received the prestigious title of matador in Spain, despite being Jewish and homosexual.
The 'Tora-Torero' Sidney Franklin
American Sidney Franklin pursued his passion and received the prestigious title of matador in Spain, despite being Jewish and homosexual.
Murray Perahia – Sephardic genius at the piano
Little is known about the Sephardic roots of the great pianist Murray Perahia.
Murray Perahia – Sephardic genius at the piano
Little is known about the Sephardic roots of the great pianist Murray Perahia.
Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah: Growing up in Judaism
Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah are far more than traditional rituals – they embody the conscious entry of young people into a mature, religiously responsible role within the Jewish community.
Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah: Growing up in Judaism
Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah are far more than traditional rituals – they embody the conscious entry of young people into a mature, religiously responsible role within the Jewish community.
The Sephardic Jews in Amsterdam
In the 17th century, the Sephardic community in Amsterdam experienced a 'Golden Age' with major contributions to the city's economic and scientific prosperity.
The Sephardic Jews in Amsterdam
In the 17th century, the Sephardic community in Amsterdam experienced a 'Golden Age' with major contributions to the city's economic and scientific prosperity.