Rabbi Avraham Rovigo’s journey to the Land of Israel in the early 18th century shows the mix of mysticism, scholarship, and social issues in Jewish communities. As a wealthy scholar, Rovigo helped create a cabalistic yeshiva in Jerusalem. He also dealt with the legacy...
I cannot believe I haven’t given this recipe before. I have given you matzo kleis, which requires quite of bit of preparation. This kneidlagh recipe, however, is really simple. Also definitely, much easier. I used it for 5 years, in the 70”s at my hotel in Brighton,...
In November 1570, a powerful earthquake hit Ferrara, northern Italy. The physical damage was severe, but the long-term effects on Jewish thought were even greater. This event sparked a significant change in rabbinic scholarship, reshaping Jewish intellectual history....
What Is Crypto-Judaism and Why Is Mashhad Unique? Crypto-Judaism connects to the forced conversions of Jews in Spain and Portugal. This happened after the pogroms of 1391 and the rise of the Inquisition. In these areas, Jews publicly adopted Christianity. At the same...
Jewish history is often told through stories of scholarship, trade, faith, and survival. Jewish explorers often faced tough challenges as they expanded the fields of geography and science. Their stories are less frequently told but are truly remarkable. Rudolf...
Global exploration history often highlights famous sailors and conquerors. Many of these voyages relied on scholars. Their work made long-distance navigation possible. One key figure was Avraham Zacuto. He was a Jewish astronomer, historian, and philosopher. His...
