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Episode 41: The rise and fall of Ottoman Jewry with Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak

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The Ottoman Empire and Jewish Communities

This chapter explores the historical significance of the Ottoman Empire as a foundation for understanding modern Middle Eastern dynamics, particularly in relation to Jewish communities. It covers the empire’s origins, key military conquests, and the millet system, which organized diverse religious groups, including Jews, while allowing them certain autonomies. Notable events, such as the expulsion of Jews from Spain and Sultan Bayezid II's efforts to provide refuge, highlight the complexities of Jewish life under Ottoman rule.

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