New Yorker's documentary takes an in-depth look at Jews in Nigeria and their path at rediscovering Jewish heritage.
Tali Farkash
Published: 07.14.12, 08:28 / Israel Jewish Scene
Jews of Nigeria
A new documentary by New Yorker Jeff Lieberman called Re-Emerging: The Jews of Nigeria is taking an in depth look into one of the most unique 'Jewish' communities in the world:
Lieberman's film is a rare testimonial to the daily life of a group that for years has been living off the official Jewish radar and in a political atmosphere of massacres between Christians and Muslims with the constant threat of destruction over their heads. Vibrant and joyous it celebrates what it sees as its Jewish roots. Make no mistake this is Africa but African Jewish style. So how did Jews get to Africa? And why has no one heard of this community until now? That question has a simple enough answer: The group is part of one of the largest ethnics in Nigeria.
Lieberman explains that the unique situation of the community in Nigeria is a direct result of a local history. The similarities between what the missionaries brought with them and the ancient tribal traditions led to mass-conversion to Christianity. The fact that Christians also offered a life of economic security helped.
According to Lieberman, within this huge tribe, lives a community that still defines itself as Jewish in every way. In fact, Lieberman said that should they be offered the opportunity to convert to Judaism they would be offended. In their eyes, they are as Jewish as any other Jew.
When the internet came into the picture, some of the people there tried to use it to understand what it means to be Jewish. Their location and inaccessibility to the outside world did not allow them to learn about Jews and Judaism before the internet age.
The release date for this documentary is yet to be announced.[/color][/font]
Please let’s not bash or attack each or other over this interesting story and perhaps we should all start tracing our roots.
Posted: at 24-07-2012 03:13 AM (12 years ago) | Gistmaniac
feferiti at 24-07-2012 05:09 AM (12 years ago) (m)
arrant non-sense the jews knows them self,there is no way indulges in any religious make you jews,they found their fellow jew in ethiopia they went to carry those that agrees to follow them,but for nigeria case even if the country is as rich and develop like u.s.a no jews govt will make such mistakes,been a christian does make you jew,rather christ follower,some ppl in nigeria do not their ancestors,and they are pushing their selves to holy land ,to destroy it with arm robber,kidnapping,419,drugs,violence and terrorism just for money.
Posted: at 24-07-2012 05:09 AM (12 years ago) | Newbie
fuckinjoe2 at 24-07-2012 06:50 AM (12 years ago) (m)
There are more Igbo's converting to Judaism than any tribe in the world..........Even though there have been a lot of historical, archaeological and scientific proof of Igbo's Origin from Israel........but i do not accept the Idea of converting to Judaism. the Igbo's of Imo and Abia State please take note, it's more rampant in this 2 states. Shalom...
phyuk all haters.........i still remain who i am.
Posted: at 24-07-2012 06:50 AM (12 years ago) | Gistmaniac
feferiti at 24-07-2012 09:03 AM (12 years ago) (m)
@phyukinjoe2,we needs fact not noise,is not what you are converted too or what you practiced,purely who you are,where are you from ancestral background,culture,history,there is no linkage.let us stop deceiving our self,ethiopia do not approach tel aviv,before they found that they have brother and sisters there.igbo man you fit do 419 or robbed,for there oooooooo
Posted: at 24-07-2012 09:03 AM (12 years ago) | Newbie
arrant non-sense the jews knows them self,there is no way indulges in any religious make you jews,they found their fellow jew in ethiopia they went to carry those that agrees to follow them,but for nigeria case even if the country is as rich and develop like u.s.a no jews govt will make such mistakes,been a christian does make you jew,rather christ follower,some ppl in nigeria do not their ancestors,and they are pushing their selves to holy land ,to destroy it with arm robber,kidnapping,419,drugs,violence and terrorism just for money.
With all due respect sir, I'd rather advice you go back to school because there is nothing as dangerous as being a half-baked. I can't understand what you meant having read your comment.
Posted: at 24-07-2012 12:44 PM (12 years ago) | Gistmaniac
aso4life1 at 24-07-2012 01:12 PM (12 years ago) (m)
PAPADIP, nice post there...you finally got it...This post is far better than some posted news without source, or showing us women ass, its educating, discus-sable,expository and so on
if u attack my papa house, I'll retaliate but if you are peace loving,I will embrace you
Posted: at 24-07-2012 01:12 PM (12 years ago) | Hero
aso4life1 at 24-07-2012 01:13 PM (12 years ago) (m)
Quote from: phyukinjoe2 on 24-07-2012 06:50 AM
There are more Igbo's converting to Judaism than any tribe in the world..........Even though there have been a lot of historical, archaeological and scientific proof of Igbo's Origin from Israel........but i do not accept the Idea of converting to Judaism. the Igbo's of Imo and Abia State please take note, it's more rampant in this 2 states. Shalom...
phyukingjoe how you dey? are you now a JEWISH-IGBO now? when you go convert?
if u attack my papa house, I'll retaliate but if you are peace loving,I will embrace you
Posted: at 24-07-2012 01:13 PM (12 years ago) | Hero
daddison at 24-07-2012 01:15 PM (12 years ago) (m)
I'm happy my people are rediscovering their roots. No wonder we are indestructible despite all the atrocities committed against us by the Nigerian nation. God own people cannot be destroyed.
Posted: at 24-07-2012 01:15 PM (12 years ago) | Upcoming
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