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Afro-Sephardic Jews
Afro-Sephardic Judaism refers to the Jewish communities of African descent who maintain a connection to Tora, and Sephardic traditions, particularly those of the Northern Africa known as The Maghreb and The Mashriq. Afro -Sephardic Jews maintain the most complex practices of Judaism. This is largely due to the fact that it embraces the Minhagim (customs) of North Africa and other parts of the world that share Sephardic outlook both in cultural and religious.
On a special note African Jewish families and individuals who have contributed to the area since the Antebellum period.
Why Tallahassee?
The documented history of Afro-Sepharic Jews and Judaism has strong roots in the city of Tallahassee. Their documentation, antique artifacts and more all dating back to the Antebellum period.
Tallahassee, Florida is the home and final resting place of Afro-Sephardic Jews like Antonio Proctor Alfred and Samuel Wahnish. Afro-Sephardic Jews also helped largely in establishing Agroecology systems that are still supporting the city of Tallahassee today. Tora V'Ahava of Florida community works diligently to preserve the rich heritage of African Jewry in Tallahassee and surround areas.
