Why are Jews overrepresented among the world’s wealthiest individuals? Why do they outperform other groups economically across almost every country where they live? In this video, we explore a powerful and often misunderstood question: what explains the remarkable economic success of the Jewish people? Far beyond stereotypes or conspiracies, the answer lies in history, culture, and values. We take you on a journey through centuries of persecution and exclusion that forced Jewish communities to build resilience, prioritize education, and develop unique business networks across continents. From medieval moneylenders to modern tech billionaires, we uncover how historical adversity shaped a mindset that turned survival into prosperity. You’ll learn why Jews have dominated the diamond trade for centuries, how ancient traditions encouraged financial literacy, and why the Jewish approach to wealth is fundamentally different from that of other major religions. We also explore how education, mutual aid, and a culture that sees wealth as a responsibility—not a sin—contributed to one of the most curious economic stories in history. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or economics, this video offers a deep and nuanced look into a phenomenon that still shapes the modern world.
Life event that changes all: Horse riding accident in Zimbabwe in 1993, a fractured skull et al including bipolar anxiety, chronic fatigue …. co-morbidities (Nietzche 'He who has the reason why can deal with any how' details my health history from 1993 to date). 17th 2017 August operation for breast cancer (no indications just an appointment came from BreastCheck through the Post). Trinity College Dublin Business Economics and Social Studies (but no degree) 1997-2003; UCD 1997/1998 night classes) essays, projects, writings. Trinity Horizon Programme 1997/98 (Centre for Women Studies Trinity College Dublin/St. Patrick's Foundation (Professor McKeon) EU Horizon funded: research study of 15 women (I was one of this group and it became the cornerstone of my journey to now 2017) over 9 mth period diagnosed with depression and their reintegration into society, with special emphasis on work, arts, further education; Notes from time at Trinity Horizon Project 1997/98; Articles written for Irishhealth.com 2003/2004; St Patricks Foundation monthly lecture notes for a specific period in time; Selection of Poetry including poems written by people I know; Quotations 1998-2017; other writings mainly with theme of social justice under the heading Citizen Journalism Ireland. Letters written to friends about life in Zimbabwe; Family history including Michael Comyn KC, my grandfather, my grandmother's family, the O'Donnellan ffrench Blake-Forsters; Moral wrong: An acrimonious divorce but the real injustice was the Catholic Church granting an annulment – you can read it and make your own judgment, I have mine. Topics I have written about include annual Brain Awareness week, Mashonaland Irish Associataion in Zimbabwe, Suicide (a life sentence to those left behind); Nostalgia: Tara Hill, Co. Meath.
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