MB Jewish communities until 1290

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    • What was the status of Jews in England before 1250?
      They were established as a migrant community.
    • What event occurred in 1189 that affected the Jewish community in England?
      A mass murder of English Jews took place.
    • Why was there anti-Semitism present in England before 1250?
      Jewish people were thought to be responsible for the murder of Jesus.
    • What was the religious status of England during the time of Jewish prejudice?
      England was a Protestant country.
    • What financial role did Jews play in England around 1250?
      They were able to lend money for significant projects.
    • What did the king keep that related to Jewish financial transactions?
      A chest containing all the transactions.
    • Where did Jews live in England during this period?
      In designated areas called Jeweries.
    • What professions did some Jews hold in England?
      Fishmongers, doctors, and craftsmen.
    • What privilege did Jews have regarding shelter in England?
      They were allowed to seek shelter in any of the king's castles.
    • What was the blood libel conspiracy theory introduced in 1260?
      That Jews murdered children for rituals.
    • What event triggered the resurgence of blood libel accusations in 1260?
      A dead Christian boy was found near a Jewish man's house.
    • What was the impact of the blood libel accusations on the Jewish community?
      It led to mass murder and increased danger for Jews.
    • How many Jews were murdered in London on Palm Sunday 1263?
      Four hundred Jews were murdered.
    • What happened to another one hundred Jews in 1264?
      They were beaten to death.
    • What was the king's response to the violence against Jews after 1264?
      The king made little effort to protect the Jews.
    • What change occurred in 1265 regarding money lending?
      Italian bankers were allowed to lend money.
    • What law did Edward I pass in 1275 regarding Jews?
      The statute of Jewry that limited Jewish rights.
    • What were some restrictions placed on Jews by the statute of Jewry?
      They could not collect interest on loans and had to wear yellow badges.
    • What happened to many Jews as a result of the restrictions imposed by Edward I?
      Most Jews became poor.
    • What illegal activity did many Jews engage in due to poverty?
      Coin clipping.
    • How many Jews did King Edward arrest in 1278?
      680 Jews were arrested.
    • How many Jews were hanged by King Edward?
      293 Jews were hanged.
    • What was mandated for Jews starting in 1280?
      They had to attend weekly sermons given by monks.
    • What happened to converted Jews living in the Domus?
      They were taught the Christian faith and had to give property to the king.
    • How many people of Jewish blood became part of English society?
      At least 300 people.
    • What significant action did Edward I take in 1290 regarding Jews?
      He decided to expel all the 3000 Jews left in his kingdom.
    • What was the fate of the Jewish community that had been in England for over 200 years?
      They became refugees after the expulsion.
    • What tragic event occurred to some of the poorest Jews during their expulsion?
      Several hundreds died when their boat sank in a storm.
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