The Kaifeng Jews are members of a small Jewish community in Kaifeng, in the Henan province of China who have assimilated into Chinese society while preserving some Jewish traditions and customs. Their origin and time of arrival in Kaifeng are a matter of debate among experts.
Read more about Kaifeng Jews: History, Kaifeng Jews Today, Kaifeng Manuscripts
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