The Jews of San Miguel de Allende
The service was electrifying, conducted in Hebrew, with some readings in English and Spanish, and enthusiastic communal singing.
The Ethiopian Exodus
Geula Hadray’s story is reminiscent of the Jews’ exodus from Egypt.
Tunisian Piano, Medals and Magic Spells: Treasures Recount Glory of Jews From Arab Countries
Artifacts now on display at a Tel Aviv museum tell the story of flourishing communities in Arab countries and Iran, who sought refuge in Israel in its early years.
Pre-Passover Twitter Chat with Rabbi Gershom Sizomu
Missed the chat? You can read the entire thread below.
In Brazil, a rabbi opens the world’s first summer camp for descendants of forcibly converted Jews
At the world’s only summer camp for descendants of forcibly converted Jews, Oseias Teixeira had numerous first-time experiences.
On this Spanish island, Purim used to be the biggest holiday for persecuted Jews
PALMA DE MALLORCA, Spain — On this island south of Barcelona, Jews celebrate Purim these days pretty much as they do most anywhere else in Europe — finally.
Soomekh explores Persian Jewish past, present and future
When the Persian Jews fled to the United States 40 years ago amidst the Iranian Revolution, it was often with a suitcase and a question of when they would return home.
52 Iraqi Jews Were Killed By The Secret Police. 50 Years Later, Their Descendants Come Forward.
Felix Shamash, was just a teenager when his father, Shoul, was taken from their home in October 1972.
Pursuing My Family's Ghosts in Morocco
What I learned about memory and inheritance and fallibility, in the land of my forebears.