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Jews in the Ottoman Empire: Refuge and Renewal
When Spain expelled its Jews in 1492, the Ottoman Empire opened its doors. For centuries, Ottoman lands provided a haven where Sephardi Jews rebuilt their lives, created a vibrant Ladino culture, and became integral to the empire.
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Shabbetai Tzvi: The False Messiah Who Shook Judaism
In 1665, Shabbetai Tzvi declared himself the Messiah and swept the Jewish world into a frenzy of hope — then converted to Islam, leaving devastation in his wake.
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