• Medieval England II - Apostates, Criminals & Leaders

  • Sep 24 2024
  • Length: 54 mins
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Medieval England II - Apostates, Criminals & Leaders

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  • Jews paid the Crown for the privilege of getting married, divorced or converted. London ran into politics with its synagogues, Norwich became the first city for blood libels, yet the priests of Canterbury were fully supported by the Jews. Despite these difficulties, Torah scholarship and even Kabbalah flourished in England. And that’s besides the 6,000 herrings….

    Summary

    This conversation explores the history of Jewish communities in Medieval England, focusing on their relationships with Christian society, the roles of Jewish women, the various cities with Jewish populations, the impact of the blood libels and the contributions of notable Jewish scholars like Rabbi Elia Menachem of London.

    Takeaways

    Women in Jewish communities had significant economic roles.

    Blood libel accusations led to widespread violence against Jews.

    Jewish marriages were heavily taxed by the crown.

    The Jewish community in Canterbury was notably resilient.

    Historical records show a complex relationship between Jews and Christians.

    Chapters

    02:19 The Role of Women in Medieval Jewish Society

    11:42 Marriage vs Economic Dynamics in Jewish Communities

    15:15 Canterbury, Oxford & London

    20:27 The conversion of Christians to Judaism

    34:17 The Influence of Jewish Scholars in Medieval England

    38:31 Rabbi Elia: A Multifaceted Leader in Jewish Life

    48:31 Crime and Community
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