Evergreen

An interpretation of this reading explains why Israel received God's revelation.

European Christians regulated Jewish commerce.

The learned merchant was the standard bearer of medieval Islamic civilization--and this was good for the Jews.

Manuscript illustrations, family seals, and rabbinic decisions all indicate that Jewish men in most of medieval Christian Europe wore special hats.

For the most part, Jews dressed like their neighbors. But some trends were outlawed by rabbis.

Balancing tradition and innovation in the 21st century

What happened and why?

Jewish boys in Christian countries studied Jewish texts from an early age.

Marriage, money, and religious education.

Part II: More Marriage, Divorce, Work and Education