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Hebrew Inscription dating from the 14th century
Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona. Hebrew inscription dating from the 14th century, located on Marlet Street in Barcelona (Catalonia, Spain). In the thirteenth century, there was a hospital founded by the rabbi of the community of Barcelona Samuel ha-Sardi. In commemoration of his work, a tombstone written in Hebrew was placed on the facade in 1314. The currently Hebrew inscription is a copy of the original. Below is another inscription, made in 1826, with a bad Spanish translation of the Hebrew text. Date: 2014
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1314 1826 Alphabet Barcelona Call Carving Catalonia Community Copy Facade Hebrew Hebrews Inscription Jewish Jewry Jews Marlet Plaque Quarter Rabbi Samuel Sculpted Tombstone Translation Written Yiddish 14th Rabbin
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1. Title: A 14th Century Hebrew Inscription in Barcelona's Marlet Street: A Testament to Jewish History 2. Caption: This evocative photograph showcases a 14th-century Hebrew inscription located on Marlet Street in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The inscription is a poignant reminder of the rich Jewish history that once flourished in this vibrant city. 3. Background: In the thirteenth century, Rabbi Samuel ha-Sardi, the spiritual leader of the Jewish community in Barcelona, founded a hospital to provide care for the needy. In commemoration of his work, a Hebrew tombstone was placed on the facade of the building in 1314. The current Hebrew inscription is a copy of the original, which has been preserved for over seven centuries. 4. Historical Significance: The inscription is a testament to the thriving Jewish community that existed in Barcelona during the Middle Ages. The Hebrew script, with its distinctive alphabet and flowing lines, is a reminder of the cultural and religious diversity that characterized this period. 5. 1826 Inscription: Below the Hebrew text, there is another inscription, made in 1826. This inscription includes a poorly translated version of the Hebrew text into Spanish. Despite the inaccuracies, it serves as a reminder of the efforts to preserve the historical record of Barcelona's Jewish past. 6. Cultural Importance: The Hebrew inscription is an essential part of the city's cultural heritage. It is a reminder of the role that the Jewish community played in the development of Barcelona and Catalonia, and it serves as a symbol of the enduring connections between the Jewish people and the city they once called home. 7. Conclusion: This photograph captures the beauty and historical significance of a 14th-century Hebrew inscription in Barcelona's Marlet Street. It is a reminder of the rich Jewish history that once flourished in this vibrant city and the enduring connections between the Jewish people and their cultural heritage.
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