Regulating Jewish Life: The 1804 Legislation in Russia

This chapter explores the 1804 Regulation in Russia, which aimed to grant Jews equal civil rights and enhance their economic conditions under Tsar Alexander I. It examines the implications of these laws on Jewish cultural identity, societal tensions, and economic practices during a period of political upheaval influenced by the Napoleonic Wars. Additionally, the narrative presents a critique of historical perceptions surrounding Jewish involvement in these complex socio-economic dynamics.