In 1492, the Alhambra Degree ordered the expulsion of all Jews from Spain and its territories. But did this edict actually result in Jews being persecuted in the America? THE MOORS CONTROLLED SPAIN For almost 800 years, North African Muslims known as the Moors controlled large parts of what is now Spain. Between 711 and…
Have you ever known someone so absolutely sure they would succeed that they never considered any alternative? Yet no matter how hard they tried they failed miserably? This was how life for Hong Xiuquan was turning out. Hong Xiuquan was known as the Chinese brother of Jesus. After having a complete mental fracture, he came…
THE WEDDING CEREMONY The Jewish bride stands under the wedding canopy and circles her groom counterclockwise seven times. This tradition embodies building a new life together. She is erecting a wall around them, so they may blend their souls together. This symbolizes a lifetime commitment to marriage. The number seven stands for the seven days…