At a book-lovers’ mecca, a celebration of the Jewish Diaspora - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

A Celebration of the Jewish Diaspora

The Grolier Club, a bibliophile's paradise, hosts the first-ever Jewish-themed exhibit, "Jewish Worlds Illuminated," showcasing the richness of Jewish life in Muslim and Christian lands.

The exhibit features elaborately decorated, centuries-old Jewish manuscripts from Italy, France, and the Iberian Peninsula, as well as those from Muslim lands such as Yemen, North Africa, and Iran/Iraq.

"Jewish Worlds Illuminated: A Treasury of Hebrew Manuscripts from The JTS Library"

This exhibition is a treasure trove of Jewish manuscripts, collectively forming a unique display of dynamic Jewish communities that once existed in these regions.

Author's summary: Jewish exhibit at Grolier Club showcases Diaspora life.

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Jewish Telegraphic Agency Jewish Telegraphic Agency — 2025-10-17

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