Toledo: The Lost Jerusalem of Spain

The beautiful city of Toledo – perched on the hills above the Tagus River – was once home to a thriving Jewish community. However for the past 532 years – since 1492 – Jewish children do not run home to the Jewish Quarter, and shabbat hymns do not ring through the streets on Friday evenings. When we visit Toledo, we need conjure through our stories the lives that once were. In this episode, we will visit the synagogues of Toledo – no longer in the hands of a Jewish community – recall the glory that was… as well as the meanings of ownership and remembering.

Links for Additional Reading

Toledo: The Cultural Guide to Europe, JGuideEurope 

The Many Lives of the Synagogue El Transito, National Library of Israel 

Córdoba and Toledo: The Last Synagogues of Sepharad, SLICE

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