SIG Factsheets

The SIG has set itself the task of fostering awareness of Judaism and the Jewish community in Switzerland. For this purpose, it provides factsheets on select topics, i.e. short bulletins in an easy-to-understand format.

The factsheets were written on behalf of the SIG, by authors being specialised in the respective domain and under the supervision of a group of proven experts.

The SIG Factsheets are intended to contribute to creating a better understanding of Jewish history, religion and the values it represents, and the Jewish community in Switzerland in general.

New factsheets are constantly being issued, and existing ones are revised if necessary. New subject areas will be addressed in the future. We are pleased to receive suggestions and ideas and trust you will find something to interest you amongst the information we have gathered.

Would you have known it?

The word ‘meschugge’ is very commonly used in German today, but what is its origin?

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