Expulsion of England and France
How long had the Jews been in France before Philip Augustus came into power?
1000 years
What is the Reconquista
hen Chirstain Kings reclaimed territory from the Muslims in Spain
Who were the conversos?
New Christian converts from Judaism
What year was the expulsion from England?
Year - 1288
What happened to the Jews once the Muslim empire declined?
Jewish rights under Muslims came to an end
Why did the Christians not like the Conversos?
Christians worried the Jews were pretending to be Christians. (Many times, the Jews actually were pretending)
Who was the King of England during the expulsions?
King Edward I
What language did the Jews learn to speak?
Jews learned to speak Arabic
Were the Conversos more a part of the Christians, Jews, or their own distinct group?
Their own distinct group
What happened after the Jews were expelled from France?
Philip realized that the Jews were an excellent source of income and after they left his economy began to get worse. Therefore, he invited them back.
How did the Jews learning to speak Arabic affect them?
They were left in charge of areas and towns; they were trusted
Who were the Crypto-Jews?
The Jews who pretended to convert to Christianity but didn’t actually.
Why did Philip Augustus confiscate all the Jewish wealth and expel the Jews from the land (France)?
1. In order to strengthen his power
2. He needed all their money
2. So the Church officials would like him
What would happen to the Jews living under the Christians if they cooperate?
Their loyalty gained protection and autonomy.
Why would some Jews pretend to convert to Christianity?
It was a very dangerous time to be Jewish as many people disliked the Jews.