Living in Seoul Made Me Feel at Home in My Korean Jewishness

Opinion, Jewish Identity
Written By Laura Chambers

A Jewish woman shares her experiences of living in Seoul and the unique connection she felt to her Korean-Jewish identity. Despite being thousands of miles away from Israel, she found a sense of belonging through a small Jewish community in Seoul, which had strong ties to Korean culture.

Her journey of embracing both aspects of her identity led her to explore her Jewish roots in a city that doesn't have many Jews. She reflects on how this journey deepened her faith and her appreciation of the way her heritage is interwoven with her everyday life.

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Laura Chambers
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