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The Story of the Jews

Season 1 Episode 3: A Leap of Faith

The next episode delves into the complex ties between Jewish individuals and European communities, revealing how their impressive achievements inadvertently rekindled dormant biases, ultimately culminating in the devastating circumstances that led to the Holocaust.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 In the Beginning

1. In the Beginning

Aired: Sep 1, 2013

Simon Schama's journey delves into the ancient origins of Jewish identity, tr...

Episode 2 Among Believers

2. Among Believers

Aired: Sep 8, 2013

A struggle for cultural identity unfolds as the Jewish community navigates th...

Episode 3 A Leap of Faith

3. A Leap of Faith

Aired: Sep 15, 2013

The next episode delves into the complex ties between Jewish individuals and ...

Episode 4 Over the Rainbow

4. Over the Rainbow

Aired: Sep 22, 2013

Simon Schama explores the forgotten history of Shtetl, a vast network of Jewi...

Episode 5 Return

Aired: Sep 29, 2013

The next episode delves into the lasting impact of the Holocaust and Israel's...

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Info about The Story of the Jews

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Genres:Documentary, History