Douro River Cruise 2021

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...

Japan isn't usually the first place people think of when it comes to Jewish migration. In the mid-19th century, Japan slowly opened up to the West. During this time, Nagasaki turned into an unexpected home for a small, lively Jewish community. This short chapter in...

The history of Jewish exploration features a fascinating figure from the 9th century: Eldad Hadani, or Eldad Hadanite. Claiming to be a member of the lost tribe of Dan, Eldad appeared in Kairouan, in present-day Tunisia, in the year 883. He told the local Jewish...

The Jewish presence in China is a fascinating part of Jewish history. Jewish communities are often linked to Europe, Israel, or North America. However, the Jews of China show a unique blend of cultures that developed over centuries. The Kaifeng community is one of the...

Eurafrican Jews in the Caribbean have a story linked to migration, trade, and social dynamics. This history shows how Jewish communities adjusted to new places. They also navigated the larger economic and social systems of the colonial era....

Devorah Rom stands out in the history of Jewish printing in Eastern Europe. She was the pioneering CEO of the Rom Publishing House in Vilnius, Lithuania. Her impact is still felt today. Her leadership saved a key cultural institution. It also changed how Jewish texts...