Regulation and Economic Integration of Jews in 14th Century Burgundy: A Fiscal and Administrative Analysis
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Jewish community, Burgundy, 14th century, fiscal system, taxation, Philippe II Burgundy, medieval history, economic integration, Jewish residence, ducal initiatives
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"Discover the intricacies of medieval Jewish life in 14th-century Burgundy through two historic documents from the archives of Philippe II of Burgundy. Learn how the duke's fiscal policies and community regulations shaped the fragile balance between Jewish residence and exclusion, highlighting their economic utility and the precariousness of their legal status. Explore the complex dynamics of taxation, community organization, and the role of Jewish leaders, offering a nuanced understanding of the challenges and strategies of integration during this period."
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[...] The organization and integration of the Jewish community The establishment of measures for supervision Authorization of residence for a maximum of twelve Jewish households (document reduced to 6 households (document 2). A political, administrative strategy The duke acts as guarantor of order (document 1). The obstacles and fragilities of this integration A fragile presence The Jews accepted for their economic utility (document 1). Their number is reduced over time, and their residence remains conditional on the regular payment of the census (document 2). [...]
[...] References Simonnet, J. (1867). Documents inédits pour servir à l'histoire des institutions et de la vie privée en Bourgogne (p. 431). Dijon. Simonnet, J. (1867). Documents inédits pour servir à l'histoire des institutions et de la vie privée en Bourgogne (p Compte B 1377-1378, f° 11). Dijon. [...]
[...] How do the documents reflect both the regulation and economic integration of Jews in Burgundy during XIV14th century ? The plan will be articulated in three parts: the fiscal system in place, the organization of Jewish communities, and finally the obstacles facing this integration. Detailed Plan The Fiscal System in Place A mandatory taxation A regular source of income for the duke thanks to the Imposition of a certain amount per household (document and the fiscal charges (document to finance other ducal initiatives. [...]
