Sephardi

Sephardi refers to Jews descended from communities that lived in Spain and Portugal before their expulsion in the late 15th century. After the expulsion, many settled in parts of the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe, developing distinct religious customs, languages (like Ladino), and cultural traditions. The term often contrasts with Ashkenazi Jews of Central and Eastern European origins. Sephardi Jewish identity encompasses both ancestral heritage and specific religious practices, and it highlights the rich diversity within the global Jewish community.