Bevis Marks was founded by Portuguese speakers, and the community records were written in Portuguese until the 1830s. Indeed, until today announcements and certain prayers are still recited in this language. Monday 9th, 16th and 23rd January Monday 6th and 27th February Monday 6th, 13th 20th and 27th March
This course covers the core laws of Judaism in a clear and easy manner, including Shabbat, Kosher, Holidays and Home.
Britain’s colonial rule in the Americas took shape in the eighteenth century. Jewish communities soon followed. This series explores the conditions under which they formed, and the role that London’s Bevis Marks Synagogue played in their development. 6:15pm Refreshments, 6:30pm Lecture Monday 9th January - New Amsterdam or New York? Origins of Shearith Israel
