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15 January 2016
In Honor of Michele Cohn-Tocci, a distinguished member of the American Sephardi Federation’s Board of Directors and President of The David Berg Foundation, whose generous support made Sephardic Journeys possible |
In Honor of Michele Cohn-Tocci, a distinguished member of the American Sephardi Federation’s Board of Directors and President of The David Berg Foundation, whose generous support made Sephardic Journeys possible
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“Jewish patriot joins South Carolina legislature, Jan. 11, 1775” By Andrew Glass, Politico Francis Salvador was a Sephardi Jew whose family emigrated from mainland England to the American colonies in the 18th century. On 11 January 1775, Salvador became the first Jew to be elected to an American colonial legislature, only to become the first Jewish soldier killed in the American War of Independence soon thereafter, when ambushed by Cherokees and British loyalists.
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 The originally Sephardic Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue, the second oldest synagogue in America, Charleston, South Carolina (Photo courtesy of the Historic American Buildings Survey – Library of Congress) |
By Andrew Glass, Politico
The originally Sephardic Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue, the second oldest synagogue in America, Charleston, South Carolina (Photo courtesy of the Historic American Buildings Survey – Library of Congress)
 İştipol Synagogue (pre-restoration), Istanbul, Turkey (Photo courtesy of Sevim Ateş) |
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“Ottoman-era synagogue in Istanbul reopens with Teffila” Ousama Saki, Hurriyet Daily News The İştipol Synagogue, originally established at the end of the 17th century, closed its doors 65 years ago. On 8 January, the synagogue reopened, and after the Morning Prayer service, Turkey’s Chief Rabbi, Ishak Haleva, celebrated the event in broadly ecumenical terms: “It is our responsibility to protect this holy place. Let’s come to all places of worship including this to express our gratitude to God for his mercy and beauty.” |
İştipol Synagogue (pre-restoration), Istanbul, Turkey (Photo courtesy of
Sevim Ateş)
Ousama Saki, Hurriyet Daily News
The İştipol Synagogue, originally established at the end of the 17th century, closed its doors 65 years ago. On 8 January, the synagogue reopened, and after the Morning Prayer service, Turkey’s Chief Rabbi, Ishak Haleva, celebrated the event in broadly ecumenical terms: “It is our responsibility to protect this holy place. Let’s come to all places of worship including this to express our gratitude to God for his mercy and beauty.”
Patrons reviewing ASF’s collection during Sephardic Journeys: An Evening of Exploration, an event that celebrated the launch of the eponymous exhibit in The David Berg Rare Book Room, 28 May 2015 (Photo Courtesy of Aron Biel)
Sephardim were driven—sometimes by choice, too frequently by force—to transcend borders and barriers. The rare books and artifacts in Sephardic Journeys reflect a rich scholarly tradition and invite reflection upon the physical, emotional, and spiritual journeys of Jewish history.
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“How Israel went from a culinary desert to gourmet destination” By Sona Bahadur, The Indian Express In 1948, food was rationed in Israel. Today, the Jewish State is at the cutting age of a “culinary revolution.” How was it possible for “Israel [to] go from culinary desert to gourmet destination in such little time?” Israel’s technological ingenuity overcame the problem of scarcity, while the country’s amazing diversity made for an eclectic mix in the kitchen: “Sephardic Jews… brought stuffed vegetables and bourekas. Ashkenazi Jews… brought bagels and rugelach; and Mizrahi Jews … brought spicy dishes like shakshouka. Their cooking styles co-mingled with the Arabic dishes of the Middle East… to create a true melting pot.”
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 Shakshouka, prepared with bell peppers, tomatoes, eggs, and spices (Photo courtesy of Calliopejen1/Wikimedia) |
By Sona Bahadur, The Indian Express
Shakshouka, prepared with bell peppers, tomatoes, eggs, and spices (Photo courtesy of Calliopejen1/Wikimedia)
January 17th, 19th, and 21st
at The Center for Jewish History
15 West 16th Street, New York, NY
Back by popular demand, the American Sephardi Federation invites you to David Serero’s The Merchant of Venice. Playing to sold-out shows in the summer, the French-Moroccan baritone opera singer once again directs and stars (as Shylock) in his Sephardi adaptation of Shakespeare’s play about love, commerce, and bigotry. Featuring a diverse cast and Sephardi music. Opening night is on January 17th.
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on display now through March 2016
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The American Sephardi Federation’s Sephardi House is located at the Center for Jewish History (15 West 16th St., New York, New York, 10011).
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