Jamaica - 1530 The Arrival of the Jews - Out of Many, One People

Last week we celebrated the arrival of the Indians to the cultural mix in 1845. This week we learn that the first group of Jews came much earlier. Another enlightening history lesson taken from,’ Pieces of the Past’ by: Dr. Rebecca Tortello Jews of Portuguese-Spanish ancestry fleeing persecution and Christianization during the reign of the devout catholic King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella landed in Jamaica in 1530. During that period, the Island was still under Spanish rule. As we explore these interesting pieces of our past, we gain a deeper understanding of how Jamaica’s rich diversity evolved, and the true meaning of its motto: “Out Of Many One People” Join us in the BackYard as the Labrish continues to: Celebrate, Enlighten & Preserve the rich diverse culture of Jamaica: Land We Love!