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TERROR ATTACKS OF SEPTEMBER 2003
MAY 16, 2003 SUICIDE BOMBING OF CASABLANCA JEWISH SITES
MORE ON JEWS IN THE OASES AND ANTI-ATLAS:
THE MUSEUM OF MOROCCAN JUDAISM
TEACHERS GUIDES ON MOROCCAN JEWS New! Hiloulas - Pilgrimages to Tombs of Jewish Saints Hiloula for Saint Rabbi HABIB MIZRAHI See the Hiloula Video (Windows Media Streaming) |
In a short visit to Morocco, the importance that Jews once played in the country is not readily apparent. Much of Jewish Morocco is hidden from view, but with the right guide, a tourist can gain a rich understanding not only of the role of Jews in Moroccan society, but also of the fascinating role of Moroccan Jews in the Jewish world. Jews and Arabs lived a symbiotic existence until the middle of the twentieth century. Moroccan kings protected the Jews from harm and helped some of them develop the wealth that sustained the monarchy for many years. Today, no more than 5,000 Jews remain, compared to 300,000 in 1950. I lived in Morocco from 1988-1992, built a home there and have had the opportunity to visit dozens of Jewish communities and hundred of Jewish sites throughout the country. Come join me as I serve as your guide for a virtual tour of Jewish Morocco. Rick Gold |
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Anyone wishing to obtain a copy of images from Beth Hatefutsoth should apply directly at http://www.bh.org.il or bharciv2@post.tau.ac.il
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The author with Hananiyah
Elfassie, the
Jewish-Berber caretaker of the tomb of Saint
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