by krc-admin | Aug 2, 2023 | Blog, Jewish History
Ashkenazic Jews, a vibrant and influential Jewish community, emerged from humble beginnings in the 8th and 9th centuries. Their history takes us through a remarkable rise, a golden age, and a subsequent decline before finding new homes in Eastern Europe, Western...
by krc-admin | Jul 12, 2023 | Blog, Jewish History
Welcome to this article, where we will delve into the world of cartography and explore the fascinating history of a 14th century map known as the Fantastic Catalan Atlas. Created by Abraham Cresques, this map is not only an impressive feat of artistry and accuracy,...
by krc-admin | Jun 30, 2023 | Blog, Jewish History
In this article, we will discuss an interesting story that involves three Jewish soldiers in Rome during the first century BCE. Our three protagonists lived in the region of the Ancient Gaul, which is known today as Germany or just on the border of France. Their three...
by krc-admin | Jun 14, 2023 | Blog, Jewish History
Today, we will be exploring the topic of Jews under Byzantine rule. The Byzantine Empire was a powerful state that controlled much of the eastern Mediterranean for over a thousand years. During this time, Jews lived in various regions under Byzantine control,...
by krc-admin | Jun 12, 2023 | Blog, Jewish History
The world is filled with stories of people who have undergone remarkable transformations in their lives. One such person was Rabbi Izak Ger Graanboom of Amsterdam. The story of Rabbi Izak Ger Graanboom, also known as “The Convert,” is one of the most...
by krc-admin | May 21, 2023 | Blog, Jewish History
An interesting and somehow puzzling element of the Book of Esther is the frequent references to drinking parties, specifically during Purim. One of the central customs of Purim is the drinking of alcohol, often to excess. In fact, the Talmud famously states that on...
