The Groningen Synagogue invites artists to contribute to the exhibition ‘Sacred Earth’. Exhibition space of the Groningen Synagogue How do we, as humans, as a culture, as a philosophy of life, view nature? Throughout history, different cultures and religions have constructed their own images of nature. These images determine not only how nature is perceived, but also how it is valued, used, protected or controlled. Nature acts as a mirror: of belief systems, world views and images of...

ONLINE TALK (English) by dr. Sasha Goldstein-Sabbah - March 11th - 7.30 pm Flora Sassoon (1859–1936) lived a life of remarkable contrasts. She was both a traditionally observant Jewish woman and a commanding business leader, a devoted mother and a prominent figure in international society. Rather than conflicting, these roles reveal the breadth of her confidence, intelligence, and independence. Because of International Womens Day (March 8th) Synagoge Groningen will host a lecture, provided by...

On Wednesday evening 28 January, Synagogue Groningen will host a talk, provided by the renowned culinary historian Dr Hélène Jawhara Piñer. In her talk she will discuss her book Matzah and Flour (2024). "To eat is to remember", argues the author, who also works as educator and chef. Jawhara Piñer will guide us in the history of the Sephardic Jews, and we will explore the central role of matzah and flour in Sephardic cuisine. Journey through centuries of tradition as flour, from various...