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Monograph: Complete Virtual Guide to the Medieval Jewish Quarter of Calatayud
The Hidden Soul of Qal’at Ayyub - Complete Virtual Guide to the Medieval Jewish Quarter of Calatayud
Duration
27 minutes
Description
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary journey through one of the most important Jewish quarters in medieval Spain. This complete virtual guide takes you by the hand of Rabbi Yehuda ben Shlomo Albilbili through the secret corners of Calatayud, where for more than 500 years one of the most powerful Sephardic communities of the Crown of Aragon flourished.
This comprehensive audio experience reveals the fascinating story of an aljama that housed 1,000 inhabitants representing an astonishing 20% of the city’s total population. Through ten carefully designed stations, you will discover how this Jewish citadel became the second most important in the Kingdom of Aragon, surpassed only by Zaragoza.
The tour begins with the imposing sculpture of Alfonso I the Battler, whose conquest in 1120 marked the beginning of an unprecedented model of coexistence between the three cultures. From the threshold of San Andrés Gate to the commercial heart of the Alcaicería, each stop reveals layers of history that have remained hidden for centuries.
Among the most fascinating discoveries is the funerary stele of Samuel bar Shlomo from 919 CE, one of the oldest Hebrew inscriptions found in Spain, which supports the intriguing theory that the city’s name might derive not from Arabic “Castle of Ayyub” but from Hebrew “Qal’at al-Yahud” meaning “Castle of the Jews.”
The narrative brings to life multiple historical voices: Jewish merchants from the fourteenth century, castle guards, modern visitors, and Christian traders, creating an immersive experience that transcends time. You will explore the Major Synagogue, spiritual epicenter where the great Rabbi Isaac Arama developed his influential work, and discover how this community maintained up to seven synagogues and three Talmudic academies.
The tour includes practical information about modern accommodations like Casa Aljez apartments and the atmospheric Bar Brindis, seamlessly blending historical exploration with contemporary travel guidance. The academic rigor is based on the latest research by Herbert González Zymla and unpublished historical documentation, ensuring both scientific accuracy and captivating storytelling.
This virtual guide reveals how this medieval aljama became an unsuspected origin of universal history, connecting to the Discovery of America and European Humanism through influential families like the Santángel and Pasagón. The experience concludes with a profound reflection on the complex cultural symbiosis of medieval Spain and the enduring legacy of Sephardic wisdom.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, Sephardic culture scholars, Calatayud visitors, Jewish heritage students, and anyone curious about the coexistence of the three cultures in medieval Iberia. This production transforms a visit to a Jewish quarter into a unique emotional and intellectual journey.
Narration: Rabbi Yehuda ben Shlomo AlbilbiliDirection and Production: Javier Bona
“Where stone keeps the whisper of time and every corner tells a millenary story.”
The Hidden Soul of Qal’at Ayyub - Complete Virtual Guide to the Medieval Jewish Quarter of Calatayud
Duration
27 minutes
Description
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary journey through one of the most important Jewish quarters in medieval Spain. This complete virtual guide takes you by the hand of Rabbi Yehuda ben Shlomo Albilbili through the secret corners of Calatayud, where for more than 500 years one of the most powerful Sephardic communities of the Crown of Aragon flourished.
This comprehensive audio experience reveals the fascinating story of an aljama that housed 1,000 inhabitants representing an astonishing 20% of the city’s total population. Through ten carefully designed stations, you will discover how this Jewish citadel became the second most important in the Kingdom of Aragon, surpassed only by Zaragoza.
The tour begins with the imposing sculpture of Alfonso I the Battler, whose conquest in 1120 marked the beginning of an unprecedented model of coexistence between the three cultures. From the threshold of San Andrés Gate to the commercial heart of the Alcaicería, each stop reveals layers of history that have remained hidden for centuries.
Among the most fascinating discoveries is the funerary stele of Samuel bar Shlomo from 919 CE, one of the oldest Hebrew inscriptions found in Spain, which supports the intriguing theory that the city’s name might derive not from Arabic “Castle of Ayyub” but from Hebrew “Qal’at al-Yahud” meaning “Castle of the Jews.”
The narrative brings to life multiple historical voices: Jewish merchants from the fourteenth century, castle guards, modern visitors, and Christian traders, creating an immersive experience that transcends time. You will explore the Major Synagogue, spiritual epicenter where the great Rabbi Isaac Arama developed his influential work, and discover how this community maintained up to seven synagogues and three Talmudic academies.
The tour includes practical information about modern accommodations like Casa Aljez apartments and the atmospheric Bar Brindis, seamlessly blending historical exploration with contemporary travel guidance. The academic rigor is based on the latest research by Herbert González Zymla and unpublished historical documentation, ensuring both scientific accuracy and captivating storytelling.
This virtual guide reveals how this medieval aljama became an unsuspected origin of universal history, connecting to the Discovery of America and European Humanism through influential families like the Santángel and Pasagón. The experience concludes with a profound reflection on the complex cultural symbiosis of medieval Spain and the enduring legacy of Sephardic wisdom.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, Sephardic culture scholars, Calatayud visitors, Jewish heritage students, and anyone curious about the coexistence of the three cultures in medieval Iberia. This production transforms a visit to a Jewish quarter into a unique emotional and intellectual journey.
Narration: Rabbi Yehuda ben Shlomo AlbilbiliDirection and Production: Javier Bona
“Where stone keeps the whisper of time and every corner tells a millenary story.”