The Converso Dilemma

Set in 1391, this work explores the upheaval faced by Jewish communities in Castile and Aragon amid violent conflicts and mass conversions. It examines the complex questions surrounding the status, trustworthiness, and religious identity of forced converts through the lens of rabbinic responsa and Jewish law. Covering topics such as kosher laws, marriage, and priestly lineage, the book provides a nuanced look at how these historical debates impact contemporary perspectives on Jewish identity and heritage.