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Explore the profound journey of the Marranos, the Spanish and Portuguese Jews who, during the Inquisition, converted to Christianity to survive while secretly practicing Judaism. This compelling book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2020, delves into the complexities of identity, faith, and resistance through the lens of the Marranos' unique existential experience. With its 126 pages, this insightful analysis penned by Donatella Di Cesare reflects on the duality of being both an outsider and a seeker, making it an essential read for those interested in the history of religious persecution, modernity, and cultural identity. The Marranos embody the modern condition, navigating lives of hidden belief and societal exclusion. Their story illustrates resilience and strength amidst adversity, as they challenge the norms of both the Jewish and Christian communities. This book serves not only as a historical account but as a thoughtful exploration of ambivalence and self-identity that resonates with contemporary readers. Donatella Di Cesare's original approach invites us to reconsider our understanding of modernity and the role of dissidence. Ideal for scholars, students, and general readers alike, this book offers a fresh perspective on the complex relationship between religion, identity, and modern life. Here, the narrative of the Marranos continues, reminding us of the enduring human spirit in the face of marginalization. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509542048
Year: 2020
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 126
Description:
Marranos were Spanish or Portuguese Jews who converted to Christianity at the time of the Spanish Inquisition to avoid being massacred or forced to flee but who continued to practise Judaism in secret. They were persecuted by the first racist blood laws but the water of forced baptism was not enough to make them assimilateĂ‚Â Ă‚Â
Donatella Di Cesare sees the marranos as the quintessential figures of the modern condition: the marranos were not just those whom modernity cast out as the Âother™, but were those Âothers™ who were forced to disavow their beliefs and conceal themselves They became Âthe other of the other™, doubly excluded, condemned to a life of existential duplicity with no way out, spurned by both Catholics and Jews and unable to belong fully to either community But this double life of the marranos turned out to be a secret source of strength Doubly estranged, with no possibility of redemption, the marranos became modernity™s first true radicals Dissidents out of necessity, they inaugurated modernity with their ambivalence and their split self. And their story is not over Ă‚Â Ă‚Â
By treating the history of the marranos as a prism through which to grasp the defining features of modernity, this highly original book will be of interest to a wide readership.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509542048
Year: 2020
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 126
Description:
Marranos were Spanish or Portuguese Jews who converted to Christianity at the time of the Spanish Inquisition to avoid being massacred or forced to flee but who continued to practise Judaism in secret. They were persecuted by the first racist blood laws but the water of forced baptism was not enough to make them assimilateĂ‚Â Ă‚Â
Donatella Di Cesare sees the marranos as the quintessential figures of the modern condition: the marranos were not just those whom modernity cast out as the Âother™, but were those Âothers™ who were forced to disavow their beliefs and conceal themselves They became Âthe other of the other™, doubly excluded, condemned to a life of existential duplicity with no way out, spurned by both Catholics and Jews and unable to belong fully to either community But this double life of the marranos turned out to be a secret source of strength Doubly estranged, with no possibility of redemption, the marranos became modernity™s first true radicals Dissidents out of necessity, they inaugurated modernity with their ambivalence and their split self. And their story is not over Ă‚Â Ă‚Â
By treating the history of the marranos as a prism through which to grasp the defining features of modernity, this highly original book will be of interest to a wide readership.