From Glory to Dispersion - The Lisbona Family of Damascus

Syria had a mixed Jewish population of Musta'arabim (Arabic-speaking Jews) and Sephardim whose ancestors had been expelled from Spain in 1492 or who later fled Portugal. The Lisbona were one of the most famous Sephardic families of Damascus, whose elegant home hosted eminent visitors from around the world. David Lisbona shares his family's story.
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The house described by burton at 41:51 sounds pretty regular for old Damascus houses. I can imagine the Jewish part of old Damascus may have been special in some ways, but most houses that can be called “beit arabi” (arabic houses) have the features described here. Winding entrance. Riches and beauties hidden inside. I grew up in one of these houses before ending up California. Thanks for your work anyhow