Jewish History Lectures
Notes on the Dating and Authorship of Orhot Tsadikim (Colleagues Class)
22 Oct 2024
The video features an edited class discussion that delves into the historical context of "Orhot Tsadikim," a seminal work of Jewish ethical literature from t...
22 Oct 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Wait, Christopher Columbus was Jewish?
15 Oct 2024
The question of Christopher Columbus's Jewish ancestry has been a topic of scholarly discussion, recently invigorated by new DNA research findings. This upda...
15 Oct 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Jewish Resilience in History: Remarks on the Anniversary of October 7
13 Oct 2024
On the anniversary of October 7, an event at Lander College for Men entitled "Faith in Times of Crisis" featured reflections on Jewish resilience throughout ...
13 Oct 2024
Jewish History Lectures
4. The Jews of Al-Andalus Part I (The History of Sephardic Jewry)
6 Oct 2024
The early period of Al-Andalus, often referred to as the 'Golden Age of Spanish Jewry,' was a significant time in the history of Sephardic Jews. During this ...
6 Oct 2024
Jewish History Lectures
3. Jewish Life in Visigothic Spain Part II
29 Sep 2024
The lecture on "Jewish Life in Visigothic Spain Part II" delves into the history and experiences of Jewish communities during the Visigothic rule in the Iber...
29 Sep 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Bordeaux Jews and the Creation of the Alliance Israélite Universelle
26 Sep 2024
The video explores the formation of the Alliance Israélite Universelle (AIU), a pivotal Jewish organization established in 1860 aimed at promoting Jewish sol...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish History Lectures
2. Jewish Life in Visigothic Spain pt. I (The History of Sephardic Jewry)
22 Sep 2024
The lecture delves into the early Jewish experience in Visigothic Spain, focusing on the perceptions held by early Church fathers and the implications of the...
22 Sep 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The History of Sephardic Jewry: Overview
15 Sep 2024
The video provides a comprehensive lecture on the history of Sephardic Jewry, tracing their journey from the ancient period to modern times. The lecture cove...
15 Sep 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Jews, Wine, and Bordeaux
8 Sep 2024
The video explores the unique history of Jewish involvement in the wine industry, particularly focusing on the Bordeaux region. It delves into the role Jews ...
8 Sep 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Napoleon's 1808 Imperial Decree on Jewish Names
5 Sep 2024
Napoleon's 1808 Imperial Decree was an effort to assimilate and regulate the Jewish population in post-revolutionary France by mandating that Jews adopt fixe...
5 Sep 2024
Jewish History Lectures
113. Four Jewish Survival Strategies developed in the Byzantine Empire
1 Sep 2024
This video, part of the Jewish History Lab series by Henry Abramson, delves into four key survival strategies that the Jewish community developed during the ...
1 Sep 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Napoleon's 12 questions to the Jews of France
22 Aug 2024
In this video, the narrator explores the historical context of Napoleon's engagement with the Jewish communities of France during the early 19th century. Foc...
22 Aug 2024
Jewish History Lectures
TU B'Av: Events in Jewish History associated with the 15th of Av
17 Aug 2024
The video discusses a brief list of events associated with the Talmudic holiday of Tu B'Av (15th of Av) in Jewish history.
17 Aug 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The First Roman-Jewish War from the Post-October 7 Perspective
14 Aug 2024
A lecture discussing the First Roman-Jewish War from the Post-October 7 perspective, delivered at Congregation Ahavat Torah in New Jersey on Tisha B’Av 5784.
14 Aug 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Sephardim, Ashkenazim, and Abraham Furtado of Bordeaux
8 Aug 2024
The video provides a brief insight into Abraham Furtado's early role in the emancipation process of French Jews prior to the Revolution, in the context of Se...
8 Aug 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The First Roman-Jewish War viewed from our Post-October 7 Perspective: RSVP for Tisha B'Av
2 Aug 2024
A discussion about the Great Revolt against Rome and the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, connecting historical observations from that event to...
2 Aug 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Who Was Sara Raba of Bordeaux?
21 Jul 2024
Discover the story of Sara Raba of Bordeaux, a symbol of Jewish resilience in 18th century Portugal and France.
21 Jul 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Balaam (Bilaam) in The Tell Deir 'Alla Inscription (c. 800 BCE)
18 Jul 2024
The video discusses the discovery of a rare extra-biblical reference to a figure in the Hebrew Bible, Balaam (Bilaam), found in the Tell Deir 'Alla Inscripti...
18 Jul 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Chida meets Jacob Rodrigues Pereira of Bordeaux, France
12 Jul 2024
A video depicting a meeting between the Chida, a famous Rabbi, and Jacob Rodrigues Pereira, a pioneer educator of the deaf and mute in Bordeaux, France, in p...
12 Jul 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Origins of the Jews of Bordeaux, France (Kosher River Cruises)
21 Jun 2024
Exploration of the settlement history of Jews in Bordeaux, France from the 4th to the 19th century in preparation for a Kosher River Cruise, without overt pr...
21 Jun 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Moral Transformation of Isaac Cardoso (Trancoso 1604 - Verona 1681)
7 Jun 2024
An exploration of the Jewish career of Dr. Fernando Isaac Cardoso, as presented during the Kosher River Cruise along the Douro River in Portugal.
7 Jun 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Rise of Antisemitism in the US after October 7 EDUCATIONAL CONTENT ONLY
19 May 2024
A discussion of the rise of antisemitism in the United States following the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, exploring potential distinctions in id...
19 May 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Historical Background to the Israel-Gaza Conflict
12 May 2024
This YouTube video provides a historical background to the Israel-Gaza conflict as part of a webinar series by Project Witness.
12 May 2024
Jewish History Lectures
An Open letter to Jewish Participants in the Current Protests. With respect.
28 Apr 2024
Exploring the role and perspective of Jewish individuals participating in current protests through the lens of Jewish history.
28 Apr 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Jews and Universities: A History of Resilience
26 Apr 2024
This video provides historical insight into the relationship between Jews and higher education.
26 Apr 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Three Thoughts on Jewish Resilience from History
22 Apr 2024
The video discusses three insights into Jewish resilience throughout history, shared in honor of Passover.
22 Apr 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Was the Bordeaux Pilgrim Jewish? A Travelogue of the Holy Land from 333
16 Apr 2024
A discussion on Professor Shmuel Klein's thesis proposing the Jewish origins of the Bordeaux Itinerary, a 4th-century journey to the Land of Israel.
16 Apr 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Jews in Israel before Modern Zionism, 135-1880
31 Mar 2024
This YouTube video explores the history of the Jews in Israel from 135 to 1880, as part two of a lecture series delivered in Vancouver.
31 Mar 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Ask Hard Questions! Channel members only, please.
30 Mar 2024
The video invites channel members to submit questions for a livestream discussion, with recommendations for further reading and information on online courses...
30 Mar 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Foundation Stone of the 14th c. Synagogue of Porto, Portugal
24 Mar 2024
The video explores the 14th century foundation stone of the Synagogue of Porto, Portugal and its significance for the medieval Jewish community of the region.
24 Mar 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Origins of the Jewish People (All Biblical History in 36 minutes)
17 Mar 2024
A historical lecture discussing the origins of the Jewish people and their biblical history in 36 minutes.
17 Mar 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Ask Hard Questions (Experiment!)
8 Mar 2024
This YouTube video is an experimental livestream where the host addresses challenging questions from viewers, including channel members, encouraging discussi...
8 Mar 2024
Jewish History Lectures
What do the Crypto-Jewish Inscriptions of Trancoso actually mean?
3 Mar 2024
A look into the significance of the Crypto-Jewish inscriptions of Trancoso in Portugal, related to crypto-Jewish history in the region.
3 Mar 2024
Jewish History Lectures
What is Judaism without Rabbis and Books? A look at Portuguese Crypto-Jewish Prayer
29 Feb 2024
Exploring the enduring practice of Jewish prayer within the crypto-Jewish community of the Douro region, regardless of the presence of Rabbis and books.
29 Feb 2024
Jewish History Lectures
3. Ashkenazim and Sefardim in their Diasporas
25 Feb 2024
An educational lecture delivered via Zoom discussing the diasporas of Ashkenazim and Sefardim at Beth Jacob Synagogue in Beverly Hills, CA.
25 Feb 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Who Was Captain Artur de Barros Basto, Apostle of the Marranos?
17 Feb 2024
The video explores the extraordinary life of Captain Artur de Barros Basto, a prominent Portuguese Jew of the 20th century known as the Apostle of the Marranos.
17 Feb 2024
Jewish History Lectures
"If I criticize Israel, am I an antisemite?" Four guardrails. EDUCATIONAL CONTENT
16 Feb 2024
A video providing educational insights on navigating discussions around criticizing Israel and antisemitism while discussing the boundaries for respectful di...
16 Feb 2024
Jewish History Lectures
The Conviction of Frey Diogo da Assumpçao in 1603
11 Feb 2024
The video delves into the tragic story of a 17th-century Franciscan who converted to Judaism and faced severe consequences at the hands of the Inquisition.
11 Feb 2024
Jewish History Lectures
YouTube Creator Award for 100k Jewish History Subscribers. Thank you!!
4 Feb 2024
A YouTube creator receives the Silver Play Creator Award for reaching 100k subscribers interested in Jewish History, expressing gratitude and looking forward...
4 Feb 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Who were Yaakov and Levi Ibn Habib, Authors of the Ein Yaakov?
28 Jan 2024
The video explores the story of Yaakov and Levi Ibn Habib, father-and-son authors of the Ein Yaakov, a significant work created after the expulsion of Jews f...
28 Jan 2024
Jewish History Lectures
Henry Abramson Live Stream
28 Jan 2024
Henry Abramson Live Stream discusses topics related to Biblical Jewish history, Ashkenaz, and the Holocaust.
28 Jan 2024