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ANCIENT & MEDIEVAL HISTORY

The ancient and medieval periods produced central Jewish figures like Rabbi Akiba, Rashi, and Maimonides, and big events like the destruction of the Temples and the Crusades. The history of ancient and medieval Jewish communities--from Persia to Spain to Franco-Germany--reveals the origins of Judaism as we know it.

LATEST ARTICLES: HISTORY

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  • Haredim

    You've seen the black hats and long dresses--but who are the people underneath?

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