Jewish History Lectures
Jews of the Lesser Antilles (Kosher River Cruises)
20 Nov
The upcoming Kosher River Cruise to the Lesser Antilles, scheduled for January 2025, promises a unique Jewish cultural experience through a sailing expeditio...
20 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
6. Maimonides (History of Sepharidic Jewry)
17 Nov
The lecture on Maimonides, part of the "History of Sephardic Jewry" series, delves into the life and influence of Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, a preeminent mediev...
17 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
5. The Jews of Al Andalus part II (The History of Sephardic Jewry)
17 Nov
In part II of a lecture series on the Jews of Al Andalus, the rich history and cultural flourish of Sephardic Jewry during the Muslim rule of Spain is explor...
17 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
The Humble yet Mighty Shtender in Jewish History! (shout-out to Flexispot standing desks)
14 Nov
The shtender, a simple yet significant fixture in Jewish history, holds a special place as a personal stand, often used in synagogues and study halls for pra...
14 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
Response to J-P Himka, Sheptytsky and the Jewish Community
10 Nov
This video features a response by a scholar to the remarks of J-P Himka regarding Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky's relationship with the Jewish community dur...
10 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
Another Open Letter to Jewish Participants in anti-Israeli Protests: Have you heard about Amsterdam?
8 Nov
The video reflects on recent violent incidents in Amsterdam as a potential warning of the rising antisemitism in Europe, drawing a parallel with Jewish parti...
8 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
A visit to the Bordeaux Synagogue with Kosher River Cruises
6 Nov
The Bordeaux Synagogue, one of the significant Jewish historical landmarks in France, is a notable stop on the Kosher River Cruises' itinerary to the Bordeau...
6 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
A Visit to the Synagogue of Libourne, France with Kosher River Cruises
3 Nov
The video highlights a visit to the small 19th-century synagogue in Libourne, France, as part of Kosher River Cruises' itinerary through Bordeaux. This synag...
3 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
Notes on the Dating and Authorship of Orhot Tsadikim (Colleagues Class)
22 Oct
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
Jewish History Lectures
Wait, Christopher Columbus was Jewish?
15 Oct
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
Jewish History Lectures
Jewish Resilience in History: Remarks on the Anniversary of October 7
13 Oct
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
Jewish History Lectures
4. The Jews of Al-Andalus Part I (The History of Sephardic Jewry)
6 Oct
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
Jewish History Lectures
3. Jewish Life in Visigothic Spain Part II
29 Sep
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
Jewish History Lectures
Bordeaux Jews and the Creation of the Alliance Israélite Universelle
26 Sep
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
Jewish History Lectures
2. Jewish Life in Visigothic Spain pt. I (The History of Sephardic Jewry)
22 Sep
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
Jewish History Lectures
The History of Sephardic Jewry: Overview
15 Sep
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
Jewish History Lectures
Jews, Wine, and Bordeaux
8 Sep
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
Jewish History Lectures
Napoleon's 1808 Imperial Decree on Jewish Names
5 Sep
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
Jewish History Lectures
113. Four Jewish Survival Strategies developed in the Byzantine Empire
1 Sep
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
Jewish History Lectures
Napoleon's 12 questions to the Jews of France
22 Aug
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
Jewish History Lectures
TU B'Av: Events in Jewish History associated with the 15th of Av
17 Aug
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
Jewish History Lectures
The First Roman-Jewish War from the Post-October 7 Perspective
14 Aug
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
Jewish History Lectures
Sephardim, Ashkenazim, and Abraham Furtado of Bordeaux
8 Aug
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
Jewish History Lectures
The First Roman-Jewish War viewed from our Post-October 7 Perspective: RSVP for Tisha B'Av
2 Aug
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
Jewish History Lectures
Who Was Sara Raba of Bordeaux?
21 Jul
Discover the story of Sara Raba of Bordeaux, a symbol of Jewish resilience in 18th century Portugal and France.
21 Jul
Jewish History Lectures
Balaam (Bilaam) in The Tell Deir 'Alla Inscription (c. 800 BCE)
18 Jul
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
Jewish History Lectures
The Chida meets Jacob Rodrigues Pereira of Bordeaux, France
12 Jul
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
Jewish History Lectures
Origins of the Jews of Bordeaux, France (Kosher River Cruises)
21 Jun
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
Jewish History Lectures
The Moral Transformation of Isaac Cardoso (Trancoso 1604 - Verona 1681)
7 Jun
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
Jewish History Lectures
The Rise of Antisemitism in the US after October 7 EDUCATIONAL CONTENT ONLY
19 May
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
Jewish History Lectures
The Historical Background to the Israel-Gaza Conflict
12 May
This YouTube video provides a historical background to the Israel-Gaza conflict as part of a webinar series by Project Witness.
12 May
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An Open letter to Jewish Participants in the Current Protests. With respect.
28 Apr
Exploring the role and perspective of Jewish individuals participating in current protests through the lens of Jewish history.
28 Apr
Jewish History Lectures
Jews and Universities: A History of Resilience
26 Apr
This video provides historical insight into the relationship between Jews and higher education.
26 Apr
Jewish History Lectures
Three Thoughts on Jewish Resilience from History
22 Apr
The video discusses three insights into Jewish resilience throughout history, shared in honor of Passover.
22 Apr
Jewish History Lectures
Was the Bordeaux Pilgrim Jewish? A Travelogue of the Holy Land from 333
16 Apr
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
Jewish History Lectures
The Jews in Israel before Modern Zionism, 135-1880
31 Mar
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
Jewish History Lectures
Ask Hard Questions! Channel members only, please.
30 Mar
The video invites channel members to submit questions for a livestream discussion, with recommendations for further reading and information on online courses...
30 Mar
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The Foundation Stone of the 14th c. Synagogue of Porto, Portugal
24 Mar
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
Jewish History Lectures
The Origins of the Jewish People (All Biblical History in 36 minutes)
17 Mar
A historical lecture discussing the origins of the Jewish people and their biblical history in 36 minutes.
17 Mar
Jewish History Lectures
Ask Hard Questions (Experiment!)
8 Mar
This YouTube video is an experimental livestream where the host addresses challenging questions from viewers, including channel members, encouraging discussi...
8 Mar
Jewish History Lectures
What do the Crypto-Jewish Inscriptions of Trancoso actually mean?
3 Mar
A look into the significance of the Crypto-Jewish inscriptions of Trancoso in Portugal, related to crypto-Jewish history in the region.
3 Mar
Jewish History Lectures
What is Judaism without Rabbis and Books? A look at Portuguese Crypto-Jewish Prayer
29 Feb
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
Jewish History Lectures
3. Ashkenazim and Sefardim in their Diasporas
25 Feb
An educational lecture delivered via Zoom discussing the diasporas of Ashkenazim and Sefardim at Beth Jacob Synagogue in Beverly Hills, CA.
25 Feb
Jewish History Lectures
Who Was Captain Artur de Barros Basto, Apostle of the Marranos?
17 Feb
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
Jewish History Lectures
"If I criticize Israel, am I an antisemite?" Four guardrails. EDUCATIONAL CONTENT
16 Feb
A video providing educational insights on navigating discussions around criticizing Israel and antisemitism while discussing the boundaries for respectful di...
16 Feb
Jewish History Lectures
The Conviction of Frey Diogo da Assumpçao in 1603
11 Feb
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
Jewish History Lectures
YouTube Creator Award for 100k Jewish History Subscribers. Thank you!!
4 Feb
A YouTube creator receives the Silver Play Creator Award for reaching 100k subscribers interested in Jewish History, expressing gratitude and looking forward...
4 Feb
Jewish History Lectures
Who were Yaakov and Levi Ibn Habib, Authors of the Ein Yaakov?
28 Jan
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
Jewish History Lectures
Henry Abramson Live Stream
28 Jan
Henry Abramson Live Stream discusses topics related to Biblical Jewish history, Ashkenaz, and the Holocaust.
28 Jan