Tag Archives: China
Thanksgiving: Is It Only an American Holiday?
The cherished annual celebration that is marked with turkey and pumpkin pie is unique to the United States of America. However, the concept of a holiday that is designed to give thanks and celebrate with family is one that is … Continue reading
History of Jews in China
Judaism and the Jewish people have a very extensive history within the country of China. Archaeological evidence suggests that Jews were in China as early as the 8th century after having arrived on the Silk Road from Persia. In 1163, … Continue reading
What’s So Great About the Great Wall of China?
It is hard to imagine just how massive the Great Wall of China, called 万里长城, which translates to “the ten-thousand-long-li-wall,” is until you stand before it. According to astronaut Neil Armstrong, it is just a myth that the wall can … Continue reading
Preparing for Rosh Hashana Around the World
The biblical holiday of Rosh Hashana, or the Feast of Trumpets, is the time of year when Jews everywhere around the world put aside the stress of the daily grind to spend time with family and celebrate. Jewish families put … Continue reading
Jews Who Survived WWII by Escaping to Shanghai
Jewish history in China dates all the way back to about the 8th century, when Asian traders utilized the Silk Road, the ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean. A Jewish settlement was first established in the city of … Continue reading
