Talk:Cochin Jews
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There seems to be a lot of information about the Cochin Jews on the Internet. It might be worth doing some research to expand this article, or at least to add some useful external links. -- Jmabel 18:46, 13 Apr 2004 (UTC)
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Caste
Did these Jews slowly develop a caste system similar to that of their Hindu neighbours? (anonymously asked Oct 27, 2004)
"St. Thomas"
From the article: "Another reason why there was a reduction in Jewish population in old times was conversion to Christianity. When St. Thomas came to Kerala to spread Christianity, many Jews also joined among Nasrani Christians." I presume this means to refer to Thomas (apostle), but even granting the somewhat questionable legend of his coming to India, this would probably be around the same time the Jews would have arrived there. The story of Thomas is so shrouded in legend that I cannot imagine how one could possibly confidently say that he converted Jews at that time. -- Jmabel | Talk 01:42, Feb 6, 2005 (UTC)
Moors
I have removed the word 'Moors' and replaced it with Muslims, because 'Moors' in the context of 16th century India seems like a total Misnomer suggestive of Spain and North Africa. However im not very familiar with the particular history so if anyone has further information or some clarification to add please do so. Isthatyou 15:57, 1 Apr 2005 (UTC)
Ok, so it took me a little while, Heh. Isthatyou 21:51, 1 Apr 2005 (UTC)
USA in Kerala?
"Significant populations in: Israel 8000 (est.) Kerala 52 (including Cochin, Ernakulam, Parur, Aluva and in USA)" - Kerala, including USA??? Shouldn't USA form a separate row? --Oop 22:56, May 7, 2005 (UTC)