Why Was the Year 1648 Anticipated in Several Jewish Circles

question 59

Multiple Choice

Why was the year 1648 anticipated in several Jewish circles?

• A) It was the year that they would be allowed to return to Portugal.
• B) It was the year that they would be considered Dutch citizens.
• C) It was the year that the Messiah would appear.
• D) It was the year that the Cossacks would free them from Polish slavery.
• E) It was the year that they would be granted a homeland in Russia.

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