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The Cultural Legacy of Jewish Communities in Present-Day Turkey: Izmir
25.03.2026
- 25.03.2026
March 25, 6 p.m., Maisel Synagogue, Maiselova 10, Prague 1
The Jewish presence in Izmir—one of the oldest cities in the Mediterranean, formerly known as Smyrna—dates back to antiquity. The local Jewish community experienced an unprecedented period of prosperity, particularly during the seventeenth century, when Izmir became a major cultural, religious, and commercial center for Sephardic Jews. During the same period, the city also attracted followers of Sabbatai Zevi, the controversial founder of the messianic movement.
An evening with Nesim Bencoya, Director of the Izmir Jewish Heritage Project, hosted by Michaela Sidenberg, Chief Curator of the Jewish Museum in Prague.
In association with the Instituto Cervantes de Praga.
Language: English.
Admission free, seat reservation required.
The Jewish presence in Izmir—one of the oldest cities in the Mediterranean, formerly known as Smyrna—dates back to antiquity. The local Jewish community experienced an unprecedented period of prosperity, particularly during the seventeenth century, when Izmir became a major cultural, religious, and commercial center for Sephardic Jews. During the same period, the city also attracted followers of Sabbatai Zevi, the controversial founder of the messianic movement.
An evening with Nesim Bencoya, Director of the Izmir Jewish Heritage Project, hosted by Michaela Sidenberg, Chief Curator of the Jewish Museum in Prague.
In association with the Instituto Cervantes de Praga.
Language: English.
Admission free, seat reservation required.
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