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Jewish Diaspora in Modern China
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 10 hours
  • Course by Nanjing University
  • Offered by

About

Jewish Diaspora in China is a unique experience for world Jewry, as China is the only country in Far East that has had Jews living in its society for over 1,000 years. Documentary evidence shows that Jews started to live in China no later than the Tang Dynasty (618–907). The famous Kaifeng Jewish community, which was established in Kaifeng, the Chinese capital of the Song Dynasty (960-1279), is but a best-known example. However, the largest Jewish Diaspora in China appeared in modern times. In over 100 years, from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century, about 40,000 Jews came to China and lived in newly-established major port cities such as Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tianjin, and Harbin. Jewish communities composed of these Jews became an essential part of the economic and social life of those modern Chinese cities. What brought such a large number of Jews to China? Where did these people come from? How did they arrive? Were they all in China at the same time, and were there any differences among them? What happened to them after they arrived? Where are they now? The story of Jews in modern China is certainly a fascinating and up-lifting one. This course will examine these questions and more.

Modules

Introduction

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    • 1 Readings
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  • Introduction：Wandering Jews

1 Readings

  • Suggested Readings

Review

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  • Background: Jews and China

The Jewish Community in Shanghai

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  • Jewish Communal Life and the Practice of Judaism in Shanghai

Review

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1 Assignment

  • The Jewish Community in Shanghai

Peer Review

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Peer Review

The Jewish Community in Harbin

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Cultural Life

Review

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  • The Jewish Community in Harbin

Peer Review

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Peer Review

The Jewish Community in Tianjin

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Famous Jews of Tianjin
  • Communal Life
  • Qingdao Jews

Review

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  • The Jewish Community in Tianjin

Review

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  • The Jewish Community in Hong Kong

Departure and Contributions

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Contributions to China's Culture
  • Conclusion

Review

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  • Departure and Contributions

Peer Review

    • 1 PeerReview
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History Renewed and Impact

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • New Attractions
  • Renewed Communities
  • Impact

Review

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  • History Renewed and Impact

Peer Review

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Optional: Peer Review

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Auto Summary

Explore the rich and captivating history of the Jewish Diaspora in China with this foundational course. Delve into the unique experience of world Jewry in China, a country where Jews have lived for over a millennium, starting from the Tang Dynasty. This course offers an in-depth examination of the largest Jewish Diaspora in modern China, spanning from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century, during which around 40,000 Jews settled in major port cities like Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tianjin, and Harbin. Discover the reasons behind their migration, the origins and journeys of these communities, their integration into Chinese society, and their lasting impact on the economic and social fabric of these cities. Presented by Coursera, this engaging course spans over 600 minutes and is perfect for those interested in personal development and historical studies. The course offers a foundational level of insight suitable for beginners and is available through the Starter subscription plan. Ideal for history enthusiasts, cultural scholars, and anyone curious about the intertwining stories of Jewish and Chinese civilizations, this course promises an enlightening and uplifting learning experience.

Xin Xu
Instructor

Xin Xu