Exílio em Amsterdam

A comunidade judaica (1600–1700)

Abstract

This article investigates the formation of the Jewish community in the city of Amsterdam, analyzing the migrations of sephardic jews and new christians, as well as ashkenazi jews, the factors that led to their exile in Amsterdam, and how the first Jewish communities were established through a process of adaptation and religious tolerance. It examines how these early communities were formed, considering both the Iberian origins of the sephardim, who escaped from the Inquisition, and the influx of ashkenazi jews escaping pogroms and conflicts in Eastern Europe. The discussion highlights the internal complexities of this community, emphasizing the tensions and strategies developed by different congregations to address cultural, economic, and religious differences between the two groups. Also, the article explores the diverse communal, cultural and intellectual contributions of this community as it adapted to life in Amsterdam.