Haskalah

The Haskalah, also known as the Jewish Enlightenment, was an intellectual movement in the 18th and 19th centuries that aimed to modernize Jewish culture and integrate Jews into European society. It encouraged studying secular subjects, learning local languages, and embracing rational thought, while still maintaining Jewish identity and traditions. The movement sought to reduce isolation from the broader community and foster greater cultural and educational openness. Overall, the Haskalah played a key role in shaping modern Jewish thought and promoting greater social and intellectual engagement within broader European society.