EPISODE · May 29, 2023 · 48 MIN
#57 Shadow and Light: The Jewish Community in Cologne in the 12th Century
from The History of Cologne · host Willem Fromm
In this episode, we immerse ourselves in 12th century medieval Cologne and explore the fascinating life of the Jewish community that existed in the midst of a predominantly Christian majority society. We learn about the everyday hostilities the Jewish population faced, but also about phases of cooperation and joint action.
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In this episode, we immerse ourselves in 12th century medieval Cologne and explore the fascinating life of the Jewish community that existed in the midst of a predominantly Christian majority society. We learn about the everyday hostilities the Jewish population faced, but also about phases of cooperation and joint action.
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#57 Shadow and Light: The Jewish Community in Cologne in the 12th Century
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