Jews Around The World - Basel, Switzerland

This week's video welcomes a very special guest: Rabbi Dr. Moshe Baumel who is the Rabbi of The Jewish Community of Basel.

We discussed the history of Jews in Basel, what the Jewish community looks life today, and the strengths and struggles they face.

To find out more about the Jewish Community of Basel, or to make a donation please visit: https://www.igb.ch/en/donations/

00:17 - Where did you grow up and how did you end up as the Rabbi of the Jewish Community of Basel?
02:40 - What is the history of the Jews in Basel?
05:36 - First Zionist Congress
06:38 - How many Jews are in Basel today and what does the community look like?
08:36 - Does the community have a school, mikvah, kosher food, etc?
09:51 - What are the demographics of the community?
11:50 - What language do you use in the synagogue?
12:18 - What are the struggles facing the community?
14:36 - Has the community in Basel experienced antisemitism?
15:59 - What are the strengths of the community?
18:55 - What are your hopes for the future of the Basel Jewish community?

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