Today is: Sunday, Tevet 26, 5771 · January 2, 2011
• Sicilian Jews Forced to Wear Jewish Badges (1369)
On December 25, 1369 (5129), King
Frederick III of Sicily ordered all Jews to wear a badge indicating
their heritage. The badge consisted of a piece of red material, not
smaller than the largest royal seal; men were required to wear it under
the chin, and women on the chest.
Awake, awake, for your light has come; awake and shine
Awake, awake, sing a song; the glory of G-d is revealed upon you
- From the Friday night L'cha Dodi prayer
Chitas and Rambam for today:
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