by Dr. Henry Abramson | Aug 19, 2025 | Blog, Jewish History
Most people, especially those born after 1970, may not know its origins or its special Jewish link. So, let’s take a moment to explore this powerful symbol and the unexpected role it plays in Jewish history today. In Israel today, the yellow ribbon is a symbol of...
by Dr. Henry Abramson | Aug 12, 2025 | Blog, Jewish History
Jewish history has many fascinating chapters. One of the most intriguing is the story of Jews in the Lesser Antilles. These Caribbean islands became home to many Sephardic Jews escaping persecution in Europe. Their legacy, often overlooked, greatly shaped Jewish...
by Dr. Henry Abramson | Aug 5, 2025 | Blog, Jewish History
Bridge over the Dordogne riverBy Marcel Roblin – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=168829452 To enhance your knowledge of shared Jewish history, join Jewish trips with Kosher River Cruises. Guests travel in style, enjoy fine...
by Dr. Henry Abramson | Jul 25, 2025 | Blog, Jewish History
In today’s post, we explore a lesser-known chapter of our past. It is a story of innovation, commerce, and culinary delight. Caribbean Jews played a pivotal role in transforming chocolate. It started from an exotic beverage and turned into a global treasure....
by Dr. Henry Abramson | Jul 11, 2025 | Blog, Jewish History
Italy has long been a haven for diverse Jewish communities. Each community contributes richly to the nation’s cultural tapestry. Jews have been in Rome and Southern Italy since ancient times. More came after the first Roman-Jewish war. Italy’s history is...
