The Memorbook of Nürnberg (Classic Reprint): Containing the Names of the Jews Martyred in That City in the Year 5109=1349 A. D. from the Unique ... and Marked; Add, 1506 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Uncover the living history behind a 14th‑century Jewish martyr list This study examines the unusual names in a unique Cambridge manuscript and explains how foreign and Hebrew names traveled across cultures. It reveals how nicknames and “holy names” shaped identity in a time of persecution.

This edition foregrounds the origin of non‑biblical names and the practice of using kinnui—nicknames that mirror language and place. It connects personal names to family histories, migrations, and community life, shedding light on a little‑known facet of medieval Jewish culture. The text also titles offices and occupations, offering a window into daily life and religious practice of the era.

- Learn how kinnui and shem hakodesh names developed across languages and regions
- See how names reveal family movements, trades, and social roles
- Explore examples of how titles and professions appeared in historical records
- Understand the broader context of Jewish life and memory in 1349 Nürnberg

Ideal for readers of historical Judaic studies and those curious about how names carry culture across time.

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