martyr
Martyrdom in Judaism
The notion of what constitutes a Jewish martyr has changed significantly since ancient times.
Eileh Ezkarah for Pittsburgh
A prayer for the eleven Jews massacred on October 27, 2018 at the Tree of Life synagogue.
A Martyr to His Faith
In 1647, the Portuguese Inquisition in Brazil compelled Isaac de Castro to choose between his Judaism and being burned alive. De Castro courageously chose his faith and martyrdom.
Isaac de Castro
In 1647, the Portuguese Inquisition in Brazil compelled Isaac de Castro to choose between his Judaism and being burned alive. De Castro courageously chose his faith and martyrdom.