From Glory to Dispersion - The Lisbona Family of Damascus

Syria had a mixed Jewish population of Musta'arabim (Arabic-speaking Jews) and Sephardim whose ancestors had been expelled from Spain in 1492 or who later fled Portugal. The Lisbona were one of the most famous Sephardic families of Damascus, whose elegant home hosted eminent visitors from around the world. David Lisbona shares his family's story. To hear about forthcoming Sephardic World, please join the mailing list at: https://mailchi.mp/sephardicgenealogy​... Support Sephardic World in bringing experts on Sephardic history and genealogy to the widest possible audience:   / sephardi   Do you need help with researching your Sephardic ancestry, perhaps for a Portuguese nationality application? Please contact us at [email protected] quoting "Sephardic World". #SyrianJews #Damascus #SephardicHistory