Chaos jako důsledek emancipace Organizace židovstva v Čechách 1848-1893
Chaos as a consequence of emancipation. Organization of Jewry in Bohemia 1848-1893

Author(s): Daniel Baránek
Subject(s): Jewish studies, History of Law, Ethnohistory, Political history, 19th Century, Fiscal Politics / Budgeting
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Jewish tax; Bohemia; financial challenges; Prague; legal reform; 19th century;
Summary/Abstract: The abolition of the Jewish tax in October 1848 and the equalization of Jews by the constitution of March 4, 1849, posed significant financial challenges for Jewish communities in Bohemia. The search for a solution spanned over four decades, with Prague quickly resolving the issue through ad hoc measures, while rural communities struggled. Efforts to legally secure funding for rural Jewish communities failed in the early 1850s, as only the Prague Jewish community had the status to enforce contributions. The Czech governorship's attempts to reform Jewish communities were met with resistance, leading to a prolonged period of legal and financial uncertainty. The situation was further complicated by the lack of clear criteria for determining the status of Jewish religious communities. Despite various proposals and negotiations, a comprehensive legal framework was not established until the late 19th century. The eventual issuance of a law in 1890 brought some order to the chaotic situation, but challenges persisted in implementing and enforcing the new regulations.

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