Sicily - The Land Where the Etrogs Grow
Introduction:
Sitting on the border between the eastern and western basins of the Mediterranean, and the border between Europe and North Africa, the Island of Sicily has witnessed all of the major events that have impacted on European Jews throughout history. The Jews of Syracuse were mentioned in the New Testament as one of the first communities to be proselytized by Paul and the Jewish community of Sicily thrived up to the expulsion of the Jews from Spain. The Etrog groves (pictured above) are the earliest evidence of Jewish settlement in Southern Italy. Jewish life continued in hiding as crypto-Jews struggled to keep their Jewish identities alive. Today, a new emerging community made up the decedents of the ancient community is coming back to life – and will host us for a Shabbat in Palermo. An experience not to be missed.
Dates: 16-21 May, 2017
5-10 September, 2017 *
24-29 October, 2017
Cost: May and October Trips:
Basic trip: £870. Single Supplement: £225.
September Trip:
Basic trip: £1170. Single Supplement: £310. (Fully Booked. Waiting List Only)
* The September trip is a 'Boutique Trip'. It will be a small group of no more than 20 participants and will stay in upgraded hotels.
Further Information: CLICK HERE
Sitting on the border between the eastern and western basins of the Mediterranean, and the border between Europe and North Africa, the Island of Sicily has witnessed all of the major events that have impacted on European Jews throughout history. The Jews of Syracuse were mentioned in the New Testament as one of the first communities to be proselytized by Paul and the Jewish community of Sicily thrived up to the expulsion of the Jews from Spain. The Etrog groves (pictured above) are the earliest evidence of Jewish settlement in Southern Italy. Jewish life continued in hiding as crypto-Jews struggled to keep their Jewish identities alive. Today, a new emerging community made up the decedents of the ancient community is coming back to life – and will host us for a Shabbat in Palermo. An experience not to be missed.
Dates: 16-21 May, 2017
5-10 September, 2017 *
24-29 October, 2017
Cost: May and October Trips:
Basic trip: £870. Single Supplement: £225.
September Trip:
Basic trip: £1170. Single Supplement: £310. (Fully Booked. Waiting List Only)
* The September trip is a 'Boutique Trip'. It will be a small group of no more than 20 participants and will stay in upgraded hotels.
Further Information: CLICK HERE
