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According to Jewish history, at the end of the Second Temple Period, the Diaspora (Greek for dispersion) took place. The Jews were forced to leave their homes in Palestine and take up residence in other countryies around the world. Uprooted and discounted, they persevered, never losing sight of theire God, Torah, and traditions. Never discounting themselves or the music in their souls. Through song, Jews have laughed and cried, celebrated their heritage, and softened blows of tragedy ,. Unique and ulitmately triumphant, their voice echo through time. Sof the songs in this collection honor the traditions of the Jewish faith, while others celebrate the extraordinary lives of ordinary people. Whether a song was written for a Second Avenue theater production in New York City or a harvest festival ona kibbutz in Israel. "THOROUGHLY JEWISH"is a celebration of life, faith , and the triumph of the human spirit.