Survivors of the Inquisition: Faith & Perserverance among the B'nei Anousim of Lisbon

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The lecture will begin with an overview of the Inquisition as it affected Jews in Portugal, within an historical context. The Harlows will then present their experiences in teaching and meeting with b'nei anousim (descendants of Jews who were forcibly baptized centuries ago), and the process of preparing them for coming before the Masorti Beit Din (religious court) in London for examination and their acceptance as converts according to the requirements of Jewish law. The presentation will include details from the lives and family histories of those whom the Harlows have taught.