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Manaus - Shalom, come and learn about the history of the Jews of the Amazon, descendants of Moroccan and indigenous Jews who live in the
cities and towns in the Amazon Basin of Brazil and Peru, including Belém, Santarém, Alenquer, Óbidose
Manaus, Brazil; and Iquitos, in Peru. They married indigenous women and
.families, most descended from these 19th century Moroccans
Other Moroccan Jews lived in isolated riverside settlements in Brazil. Rabbi Shalom Imanu ElMuyal, a rabbi, was considered a holy man, healer and popular saint (for syncretic Christians
and members of minority faiths that emerged in Brazil), and admired even by Gentiles or non-Jews in
Brazil. He is known as “Santo Moisézinho”
Itinerary; Visit to the Beit Yacoov Synagogue
Visit to Beit Chabat
Visit to the Jewish Cemetery
Visit to Teatro Amazonas to finish
- Bilingual guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
Welcome, immerse yourself in the intriguing history of the Amazonian Jews. These individuals are the progeny of Moroccan and indigenous Jewish elements who inhabit various cities and towns within the Amazon Basin, spanning Brazil and Peru, including places such as Belém, Santarém, Alenquer, Óbidose, Manaus in Brazil, and Iquitos in Peru. These men wed indigenous women, ultimately birthing
families rich in Moroccan ancestry from the 19th century. Several Moroccan Jews also made their homes in secluded riverside settlements across Brazil. The revered Rabbi Shalom Imanu ElMuyal, known for his healing abilities and holy presence, became a cherished saint to syncretic Christians
and other emerging faith groups in Brazil, earning approval from non-Jews in Brazil. He bore the moniker ‘Santo Moisézinho’. Our tour includes visits to the Beit Yacoov Synagogue, Beit Chabat, the Jewish Cemetery, and concludes at the Teatro Amazonas.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
