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Library

Welcome to the Sephardi Hebrew Congregation’s Library, a digital repository brimming with rich heritage and profound wisdom. Dive into centuries of Sephardic tradition through our carefully curated collection of texts, manuscripts, and resources. Explore the treasures of our library and embark on a journey of discovery and enrichment. Borrowing a book from our collection offers a gateway to a world of knowledge, wisdom, and inspiration. Whether you’re seeking guidance on Jewish law, exploring our heritage, or delving into spiritual teachings, our library holds a diverse array of titles to enrich your journey. From sacred scriptures to historical documents, our library offers a glimpse into the vibrant tapestry of Sephardi culture. Whether you’re a scholar, a student, or simply curious about our traditions, we invite you to explore, learn, and connect with the timeless legacy of our community.

Our Sephardi Library

Welcome to a sanctuary of knowledge and enlightenment within the Sephardi Hebrew Congregation family.

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Aki Yerushalayim

Aki Yerushalayim (Ladino pronunciation: [aˈki jeɾuʃaˈlajim]; meaning ‘Here Jerusalem’) is an Israeli magazine in Ladino published in print two to three times a year between 1979 and 2016, and exclusively

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Assi Biva Djoha

Malca Levy recounts the adventures of Djouha. This half-ridiculous, half-clever character is from “everywhere”, thus uniting us in our humanity and Malca is able to present him to us in

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Djoha Ke Dize?

Matilda Koen-Sarano was born in Milan (Italy) in 1939 to a Sephardic family from Turkey. Her grand-father, Moshe, was born in Bergama (Turkey) in 1874. Her father Alfredo, and her

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I Remember Rhodes

The Island of Rhodes located in the Aegean Sea 12 miles off the Turkish coast was the home of a unique and vibrant Jewish community since antiquity. In the early

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