Christian Re-conquest of Spain
History Series / Part 1

The Christian re-conquest of Spain from the Moslems was a gradual process which spelled terrible trials for the Jews. Between forced conversions, the Inquisition, and frequent pogroms, Rabbi Wein chronicles the fearful descent from glory days to tragedy.

• Avner of Burgos, the apostate Jew who led thousands away
• the beginnings of the Marranos, the "hidden Jews" of Spain
• King Pedro the Cruel and how he earned his title
• the Rashba, faithful leader through it all