JL;DR

This lecture explores the diverse strategies employed by Jewish communities throughout history to survive persecution and antisemitism from ancient times to the present day. The speaker, who holds an academic position at Lander College, provides a historical survey of Jewish resilience from the Roman era through the Inquisition and the Holocaust, highlighting cultural, social, economic, and military responses. The talk concludes with an examination of contemporary challenges facing the Jewish community, reflecting on its enduring adaptability and resilience in maintaining identity and continuity in the face of adversity.