Historie židovské komunity v Nýrsku a okolí - dosavadní průzkum
History of the Jewish community in the Nýrsko region and its surroundings – a survey to date

Author(s): Lenka Sýkorová
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Regional Geography, Economic history, Ethnohistory, Political history, Recent History (1900 till today), 19th Century, History of Antisemitism
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Jewish community; Nýrsko; synagogue; economic development; persecution; heritage preservation;
Summary/Abstract: This study investigates the history of the Jewish community in Nýrsko and its surroundings, detailing their settlement and contributions from the medieval period to the 20th century. It highlights the establishment of the Jewish ghetto, the construction and reconstruction of the synagogue, and the various professions held by Jewish residents, including traders, butchers, and teachers. The text also discusses the impact of significant events such as the fires of 1798 and 1861, which destroyed parts of the ghetto, and the economic development brought about by Jewish entrepreneurs in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The document further examines the challenges faced by the Jewish community, including high taxes, restrictive regulations, and periods of persecution. It also covers the contributions of notable individuals like Wilhelm Eckstein and Max Reiser, and the efforts to preserve Jewish heritage in the region through research and museum exhibitions. The study concludes with a reflection on the ongoing interest in the history of Nýrsko's Jewish community and the importance of preserving their legacy.

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