Nenápadná náboženská obec? Střípky ze života židů ve Vodňanech
An inconspicuous religious community? Fragments of Jewish life in Vodňany

Author(s): Josef Nožička
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Ethnohistory, Political history, History of Judaism, Cultural Anthropology / Ethnology, Sociology of Religion
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Jewish community; Vodňany; local governance; industrial enterprises; archival materials; cultural landscape;
Summary/Abstract: The history of the Jewish community in Vodňany is often overlooked, despite its roots tracing back to the late 15th and early 16th centuries. This study sheds light on the community's significant yet underappreciated contributions to the town's development. It highlights the involvement of Jewish residents in local governance, various associations, and the establishment of early industrial enterprises. The narrative also touches on the challenges faced by the community, including anti-Semitic sentiments and the impact of World War II. The preservation of archival materials, such as those organized by historian Jan Heřman, is crucial for understanding the community's role in Vodòany's history. The study emphasizes the importance of recognizing and documenting the Jewish community's influence on the town's socio-economic and cultural landscape. By exploring these historical threads, the research aims to correct past oversights and provide a more comprehensive view of Vodňany's heritage.

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