Author: xuencar

Jewish communities in Belarus have a long history. The first Jewish settlements in Belarus were in Brest and Grodno, and later in Minsk. Jewish learning flourished in the region. Yeshivas were established in many towns throughout the country and Hasidism was also a growing movement. Synagogues Once a central hub for Jewish life, Belarus was…

Jewish history in Belarus is rich, tragic and little spoken of. This cultural project has the potential to connect communities and create valuable dialogue around identity and heritage. In this blog, we will be exploring the Jewish heritage of Belarus and its peoples. During the course of this blog, we will build a cultural trail…