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Foreign News
November 12, 1798
The Gazette
Portland, Cumberland County, Maine
What is this article about?
German Jews believe Napoleon (Buonaparte) is Ben Joph, forerunner of the Messiah, and rumor French promises to reinstate them in the Holy Land, potentially making them allies. Portuguese Jews prefer life in England over Jerusalem.
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The Jews, particularly those of Germany, insist that Buonaparte is Ben Joph, the forerunner of the Messiah; and there is some reason to believe that the French have promised the Jews to reinstate them in the holy land. Were they really to make such a public declaration, there can be no doubt but that fanatic people would flock thither from all parts. The riches they would take with them would make Israel an excellent ally of the great nation, who would know how to dispose of it.
The Portuguese Jews are very angry with their brethren; they say they would rather have a house in Epping Forest than in Jerusalem, and that English roast beef is better than the milk and honey of the land of Canaan.
The Portuguese Jews are very angry with their brethren; they say they would rather have a house in Epping Forest than in Jerusalem, and that English roast beef is better than the milk and honey of the land of Canaan.
What sub-type of article is it?
Religious Affairs
Diplomatic
What keywords are associated?
German Jews
Buonaparte Messiah
Holy Land Reinstatement
Portuguese Jews
French Promises
What entities or persons were involved?
Buonaparte
Where did it happen?
Germany
Foreign News Details
Primary Location
Germany
Key Persons
Buonaparte
Outcome
potential flocking of jews to holy land and alliance with france
Event Details
German Jews believe Buonaparte is Ben Joph, forerunner of the Messiah, with rumors of French promises to reinstate Jews in the Holy Land, leading to mass migration and riches benefiting France as an ally. Portuguese Jews oppose this, preferring English life over Jerusalem.