The ATL and the Oy Vey! How Many Jews Call Atlanta Home?
Ever wondered how many folks in Atlanta celebrate Hanukkah with latkes instead of Christmas with fruitcake? You're not alone, my friend. The Atlanta Jewish community is pretty darn vibrant, and figuring out its size can be a bit like counting jellybeans in a jar – there's a whole lot!
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From Humble Beginnings to a Mazel Tov Metropolis
Atlanta's Jewish community started small, but listen to this: during World War II, they raised over $11 million (in today's money!) to support Israel. Now that's some serious chutzpah! Since then, the community has boomed alongside the city itself.
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The Big Estimate: Here's the thing, there hasn't been an official headcount since 2006, which puts the number around 120,000. But Atlanta's been growing like a pot of brisket on Shabbat, so some folks say it could be as high as 135,000!
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So, Why No Official Count?
Counting Jews can be tricky. There's no official registry, and some folks might not identify religiously but still consider themselves part of the cultural community. Plus, who wants to answer a survey when there's perfectly good challah to be eaten?
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But hey, even an estimate tells a story: Atlanta has a thriving Jewish community with synagogues, schools, and delis serving up some of the best kugel this side of the Mississippi.
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Fun Fact Friday:
Did you know that Atlanta is home to the William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum? It's got fascinating exhibits on Southern Jewish history, and trust me, it's a mensch-approved way to spend an afternoon.
FAQ: You Asked, We Answered (in a Jiffy)
- How to find a synagogue in Atlanta? Easy! Check out the Atlanta Kosher Commission website – they have a directory [Atlanta Kosher Commission website].
- How to celebrate Hanukkah in Atlanta? The Atlanta Jewish Times has a whole list of events every year [Atlanta Jewish Times website].
- How to order the best pastrami on rye in Atlanta? This one requires some research (and maybe a little arguing with your friends about who has the best). But hey, that's half the fun!
- How to learn more about Atlanta's Jewish community? The Breman Jewish Heritage Museum is a great place to start [Breman Jewish Heritage Museum website].
- How to say Happy Hanukkah in Hebrew? It's "Hag Sameach Hanukkah" (pronounced Hag SAH-may hah-noo-KAH)!
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