I have no idea why this was suggested to me but this was a delightful surprise. Sara seems very enlightened and self aware. She is very brave and seems authentic. It is always harder to be what you want to be rather than what people expect you to be.
I agree. My mother sheltered me from the world, but I've made sure my children and grandchildren explore the world and not just America. I missed so much. I didn't travel abroad until I was married 28 years ago.
Black people are not a monolith and I enjoy so much hearing different stories of Blackness in different communities. She seems so resilient and her story is so unique.
This is a beautiful story It brought tears to my eyes. My mother who was a black woman from the south moved to NY at 18 she spoke English, Spanish and Yiddish fluently we grew up in crown heights and she translated for her neighbors when ever they needed her. She passed away but this story made me think of her.
Hi, I'm spreading the Gospel around in much love ❤️ Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from hell❗️ *What is the Gospel?* The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Romans 10:9 9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. JESUS CHRIST can come anytime! Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS
Hearing her tell her story is like hearing my own story,(including being dark skinned, having Jewish heritage and being Dutch!). Thank you for this! I really needed to hear this
I LOVE her story. I was raised observing Shabbat. And as we grew, peer pressure was there, my dad laughed and said you all Will still come to worship Adonai Eloheinu and Praise Yeshua YAHSUAH and keep the LORD 'S Sabbath Day Holy so when the Holy Spirit ask me to keep the Sabbath, I obey without any hesitation. Keep on walking in the right path brethren.
From one Black woman to another, thank you for sharing your story and shining a light on Black Judaism! I am not Jewish, but this conversation was fascinating!
Hi, I'm spreading the Gospel around in much love ❤️ Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from hell❗️ *What is the Gospel?* The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Romans 10:9 9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. JESUS CHRIST can come anytime! Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS
@@tama3442 People are quite happy being Orthodox Jews reading the Original language without the First Testament being changed, unlike the New Testament. That's why they are talking about this with Much Love. You respectively love your belief, and others will continue to love their belief respectively 👍
I saw you on the Subway years ago when your children were younger. My soul, my heart immediately recognized your goodness and beauty and love. We exchanged smiles as you tended to your sons. I have thought of our exchange often as it stood out in my mind. I’m from MN. On my trips to NYC to visit our daughter at school occasionally we would take the subway. It’s silly maybe to say but because I have so few experiences on the subway, every time I think of the subway I remember sharing smiles with you. Your light shines so brightly. It was a gift today to have learned of your journey. Thank you. I continue to wish you well❤
As a white Christian who has lived in Japan for 20 years, I feel like this woman has truly touched my heart. I feel like I have more courage just from watching this interview.
Her New York City story was insane. She just said let’s do it with $400 and no plan and managed to make a success of herself. Some people just have that fire to live life to the fullest.
Hi, I'm spreading the Gospel around in much love ❤️ Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from hell❗️ *What is the Gospel?* The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Romans 10:9 9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. JESUS CHRIST can come anytime! Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS
@@zaytunahdeen4662 Well, everybody knows who the people with the most money in NYC are. She made a wise choice in her situation as newly arriving immigrant...
Why would I want to be Jewish if the people round me are so racist. I would never do that. I respect myself a bit too much.. I try and run away from Jews.
@@ShiningBright777 Jamillah's religion/belief is the fastest growing in the world. We appreciate your comment, but your view is becoming the minority, Google it.
She’s so brave!! I’m Hispanic and lived in Boro Park/Kensington border for 20 years so pretty familiar. My crazy mother used to walk into all the Jewish stores, especially clothing stores, like Brenda’s and the women there would stare at us like we were aliens. 😂 Years later I became a homecare nurse and had many Hasidic patients in Williamsburg. I was always surprised by how large the apartments were, very nice furniture, marble floors and how wonderfully warm and welcoming the matriarchs were to me.
It's my experience as someone who has lived as a secular Jew and a non-hassidic modern Orthodox Jew who wears a knit kippa (I've moved back and forth in both worlds), that I get stared and gaped at like I have three heads by the little hasidic kids in Boro Park (if I go into a kosher supermarket or pizza place or whatever) and ignored by the older kids and adults like I'm invisible.
They're warm when they need you. Hasidic/Orthodox Jews are the one group of people I've NEVER had a positive experience with in NYC. I've always felt ignored by them until they need help. I no longer acknowledge them, and that makes things easier for me.
This is so wonderful that this interview exists! This randomly came on my homepage and I was like....I knew Sara when we worked at the same organization in my 20s! (I am in my 40s now) and I remember she was so, so sweet and loved floral arrangements. I knew she was Dutch and she would speak it on the phone at work and I would tell her I saw the Dutch team playing soccer and the score on tv and how awesome I thought her country was. I remember going to her wedding and although we did not keep in touch, I love that she is sharing her journey and background. I know so much more about her and she always, always made me laugh. She was such a joy to be around so this is so very nice to see her now. Thank you for the interview!
I am a 50 year old, Caribbean American, black woman from NY. My best friend since 3rd grade is Jewish. I love her and the Jewish culture so much. To me this was my norm and it has shaped my life beautifully.
Yes, I am also a Caribbean American, lived in Crown Heights and we all lived together. It wasn't until I left NY (live in FL) that I realize how much I miss the different cultures, food, Etc. All the things I took for granted.
I am married to a Brown skin Jew! I can relate to her story. My husband says that his soul was searching too. The rules and Halacha speak to him. It’s beautiful and brought me back to practicing Judaism with passion. Bless Suri , her family and her journey. I love your videos!
As a Black British woman on her spiritual journey, I just wanted to say how much I admire Sara's bravery in finding her spiritual home. I wish her peace and happiness on her home and family and lots of success with the book.
I’m a Hebrew and would never associate with any racist religious community… racism is very common in the Ashkenazi Jewish communities which is not part of Torah…, it’s a traditional stance in their culture….that none attempt to rectify… to become a Hebrew or Jew is open to all as Exodus 12 v 38 states
@@rafaelw8115 the racism within the Ashkenazi Jewish community is mostly based in fear. We've been targeted horribly and that has caused suspicion of any outsiders, especially when many of that circle or race has been hateful to your people. Not excusing the behavior (all I can do is teach my own children differently- which I am) just explaining the perspective
@@rafaelw8115hat’s ur opinion but black ppl are racist as well or should I say colorist should I not be black because of that? If she want to discover some different that’s her choice black ppl always tryna tell someone how to live stop doing that if she’s happy let her be
Absolutely incredibly interesting interview! I enjoyed this so much. As a black Caribbean woman who grew up in Brooklyn in the Crown Heights area, I’ve always been fascinated by the Jewish community. I enjoy bearding about their culture. Sara is incredible and I will be checking out her book. Her story should be made into a movie. It’s so unique and interesting!
You're kidding....Crown Heights is a perfect example of disenfranchised people alongside of the privileged and wealthy, and they are not our friends, not in the least.
She has such a fascinating story to tell and her accent is so soothing. Very interesting interview. Really enjoyed hearing from a Black Hasidic woman and her unique background.
Why does she have to be identified as a black hasidic’ woman ? That’s part of the racist society we live in …! Why add a colour? And she’s not black ?.. she’s brown….brown skinned
What a beautiful woman if only humanity could be as compassionate, understanding and loving. What a spectacular journey she's had. I really enjoy this channel as I have learned so much about this community. Thank you 💓
Incredible story I have to read this book because I moved to a Hasidic neighborhood by accident and it felt like I was invisible nobody would even look or speak to me. I understand devotion but to ignore all ppl but your own is cruel.
Go into a Hindu neighborhood, a blaq neighborhood, an Afghan enclave, Asian, etc. it's the same thing. They dont even pretend to accept you. And they dont care what you think.
Sometimes religions can be limiting in all their rules and so on. The history of the Jewish people is so full of trauma that their insular ways are self preservation so keep that in mind. It's not about you it's about what they've gone through. Just as Sara full of confidence approached an unapproachable man and was welcomed. Just like my Jewish grandfather, my grandmothers second husband, would take me, a little blonde Irish Christian girl to visit his friends and they showered me with love. Keep that in mind and you'll understand that it's a trust and fear thing from hundreds of years of mistreatment. It's not meant to be cruel it's caution.
@@breathnstop So interesting, It does make sense of a situation where I was lost once in Borough Park and after a few people walked by me and young guy stuttered the directions to me.
I don’t mean to make light of your experience, but I’ve heard that they ignore everyone who is not part of their community, including other Orthodox Jews, they don’t acknowledge even Chassidic Jews because they are welcoming nonjudgemental community that is totally against what G-d wants us to be and I’m sorry for your experience. I agree that is very cruel, and imho they will have much to answer for some day
Sound like her great grandma got wisdom in her old age and passed on the mantle to her before she passed. Her NYC story is incredible. Her steps were definitely ordered.
Wow, I'm so appreciative of this conversation! I'm not Jewish but thoroughly enjoyed hearing Sara's story and learning more about the Hasidic community. Also, thank you for the subtitles and translations, it was very easy to follow along.
I am not Jewish, I am Catholic, Black American, and from the South, and I am absolutely loving these two women talk about their experiences in their religious community. There are just those similarities that we all share.❤️
@@japhya0378 It does not make sense to me when the bible and the whole Israelite story was stolen from Africa. Europeans descend from Japheth they are gentiles.
@@japhya0378 you will be surprised there so many Jewish people who are not white or light skin my mother's side of the family are all Jewish they have been Jewish generations upon generation
I'm Jewish, grew up in St. Thomas, USVI which has the second oldest synagogue in the new world. Quite a few black Jews after 500 years. Nigeria has about 80,000 Jews who've been there seemingly forever. Of course Ethiopia used to have many, many Jews. And there's odd little groups scattered throughout Africa. I find them fascinating. Most of them became part of the diaspora such a long time ago that they're "missing" things that we consider history. There used to be a community in Yemen and a very old community -- now very small -- in China. The African Jews, though, have very robust largish communities.
I'm 10 minutes in, ready to purchase the book. I can see this story becoming a movie or documentary. Thank you Sara for bravely telling your amazing story ❤❤
This was SUCH an amazing story to listen to. I did not know that there were Black/Brown people in Holland who were Jewish. I learned so much! Thank you for sharing this with us!
There are many, they mostly come from Suriname (former Dutch colony in South America) where they have an old famous Synagogue called Neveh Shalom. They are usually white or look more mixed than Suri. My families name is written in that Synagogue
No it's her mom that's Jewish, her dad is not! This is from intermarriage. (Like the rapper Drake). She's not an Ethiopian Jew or a convert, there aren't Black Jews in Holland unless it's one of those three cases. (Ethnically, not religiously, there aren't black Jews unless there is intermarriage with a Jewish woman - like Sara. The Suriname community is crypto Jews they're Sephardi not black. We're not from Africa, we're an ethnoreligion from the Levant - converts can convert in (hence the Ethiopian Jewish community, or the Ugandan Jewish community or the Bello Columbia Jewish community - all Jews - but it doesn't change your ethnicity. Sarah's mom is Jewish, that's how she's a Jew. That's not why she's black. It's unrelated.
I have always been curious about the Hasidic community I’m Black and I was born and raised in BK and took the J train most days and at Marcy Ave the Hasidic Jews would board the train. Most never seemed to integrate with anyone outside of there world unless it was related to business. Very interesting story.
I love this video, Yiddish,Dutch, English, sister you had a beautiful culture, upbringing, tradition congratulations sister on your walk with Adonai Eloheinu, your work and family. Thank so much for sharing both of you beautiful sisters❤
What a great interview. I was laughing and crying during this interview. The most important part of this interview is the fact that Mrs. Braun felt spiritually connected. I am touched by her and her experiences. Of course, I have to buy her book now.
I love this conversation and I love Sara Braun! It's strange because even though we are very different with very different backgrounds, I actually really resonate with a lot of her story. The fact that when she decided to do something she just did it, without really thinking about what other people thought, and just winging it-- yep, that's me. I love that she just went for what she wanted without worrying too much about what could go wrong or how she would be judged.
She really has a humble heart and soul. Don't know anyone that would give up a success singing career to live a pious life. at such a young age. She really is a remarkable woman. She's a great example of seeing the positive in everyone and everything
I think one thing that is worth unpacking perhaps in a follow-up video is the value that shared language has on integration. Language is a door opener no matter the community. It has been studied across the world. It is why indigenous peoples in parts of the US and in Canada are trying to ensure that their languages are taught in the schools their children attend. But added to that that we are talking about Yiddish, a language that is so rooted in Chasidish and old European culture, and the fact that she speaks it so naturally and carries the weight of her mother’s family history would definitely serve as a powerful force. I admire your poise, Suri, as well as the strength of character you possess. I wish much Hatzlacha to you and your family.
Such a good point. The power of language to create connections is immeasurable. It's exactly also why Hasidim are so determined to hold on to Yiddish instead of the language of the land.
For all the people wondering if she is telling the truth or don't get why she calls herself dark (they call black people that in dutch so she just translates it that way ) This is some background information on how she is black and jewish. I am not sure if this is the case for her. But many black people from the Netherlands are Surinamese. (South America) We have a big jewish population originally from portugal. You have sub-group of black jews there because some of the jewish population ended up having childern with the decendents of the slaves named the creoles. Well I am myself black and jewish because of this. Most of the time, this would happen. A jewish women that got childern out of wedlock with a creole man and or married him anyway without approval of the family would get shunned by her entire family. The jewish population for the most part didn't want to inter-mix and looked down upon black people So all the other generations can only marry and have kids with other creole people since most of the jewish population didn't want to inter mix. (Times have changed now, but historically this is how it went.) This resulted in people like her and me that are 3th or 5th gen black and jewish. In my case my grandmother was jewish so its not that far away. But if I have kids they will still be jewish and it will be already further removed, but if you mentain the faith and culture you get people that don't look like the typical white jew. But are jewish in every sense of the word. I also love to remind people of the ethiopian jews. You can be born black and jewish without any white ancestry. This is often overlooked when speaking about black jews. If you want to learn more about Surinamese jews (google joden savanna in Suriname)
This young lady is so inspiring. The way she speaks, gives one the feeling of cheerfulness, there's something about her very special. I guess it's HaShem blessed is HE, that gives her such a gift.
She speaks for so many of us who are seeking nourishment for our souls. I'm not Jewish, I'm Catholic but she's speaking for me and expressing what I feel inside. Wonderful interview and wonderful woman. God bless her.
@@mgb5170 Maybe I phrased it incorrectly. What I meant to say is that she is accurately describing what I feel about needing spiritual nourishment. And many humans around the world feel that.
@@mikegee2819 but do you say this about non black Jews? Like she was raised in a large Jewish community and was able to settle as orthodox…….why wouldn’t she speak Yiddish? You can say it’s uncommon….but common sense would tell you her ability isn’t something to gawk at as some feat. Nobody gawks or praises white ppl for their Spanish…it’s just expected
Much is glossed over with the male side of her family. I do hope she teaches her sons about racism. They are very lightskin, yes and it will go well for them. However, she is darkskin and their mother. Unless she intends to remain anonymous she should teach them about racism. We are all lightskin and yet l taught mine about American racism from all angles. But this was and is a beautiful interview and l so enjoyed Sara’s story. I learned lots of Yiddish from my grandmother who was born and reared in Cajun Louisiana so listening to Sara brought tears of joy to my heart. Beautiful woman❤
That’s the thing she tried to convey. There was no racism. She has brown skin, that was different. No other Jewish person around her in America did so of course she stood out. She is very aware of that but everyone in America helped her along the way as soon as she arrived. Even the boys teasing her son on the bus because he had a “brown mom” was not racist that was reality. My husband is a mixed-raced immigrant from South America. He told me he was teased on the bus because he had a funny name. He grew up with 5 brothers and said this is what all boys do. God designed boys to push each other’s buttons in order to test for weakness. This is part of how young boys become men by learning to stand up for themselves. As religious parents, we bring our boys up to be meek. The definition of meek is a man who is a gentleman until he needs to defend himself or his family and then he is a warrior. She described the only racism she knew as coming from her own family overseas. America is one of the least racist countries in the world. I have noticed that many black Americans who scream racism constantly suffer mostly from lack of self esteem. God designed us to be raised by two parents, that gives us the love and comfort of a mother and the safety and security of a father. This is the beginning self-esteem. We have black friends and family at our Church and neither they nor their children have experienced racism. Many of my black friends raised with two parents, regardless of their socio/economic status don’t seem to have experienced any racism. But my black friends who grew up without the love and support of a family and with no connection to any church begin to see racism everywhere. Why? The history of racism, I’m sure they will get in their course of education. They, just like most of us Catholics today, are educating their children in private schools. I expect they will receive a stellar education. The Jewish people were held in slavery as were many other people. That was many centuries ago in America. Slavery is still practiced in parts of Africa today. What is of importance to her is to raise her children with religion. You learn that God is the ultimate judge but that you can be judged by your peers if you break some of the 10 commandments….like don’t steal, don’t murder or have sex outside of marriage. Those things will bring misery into one’s life. I think those are the kinds of things that us parents of kids who are mixed-race try and teach them….oh and we want them to know about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.To teach them about racism in America, that is kind of like, let’s teach them about men who have sex with children. Why would you want to teach them that? Teach your kids to follow God. Raise them to be kind and compassionate especially to those less fortunate. Teach them to be happy with the station in life God has given them, as there will always be those who are more poor and those who are less. If one is experiencing racism in America they definitely need to change the channel and the access to that channel changer is inside their soul.
What a fantastic guest she was! Thank you so much for having her on. (“Wow!” 😉) I love how strong-minded she is and so full of grace in how she approaches others by not assuming everyone is racist. What a breath of fresh air in the current divided times we live in.
I’m listening to this beautiful soul speak about her experience as an immigrant Jewish woman in NYC and it really resonates for me as an immigrant black woman from the Caribbean, living and working in NYC. Many blessings to you Sara/Suri.
I’m mixed with a black Mom and look white and I can relate to her story with having to prove she’s their mom so much. This was such a great interview ❤
I'm biracial but my mom never wanted to admit we were we were Cherokee then Italian then Jewish all to explain our features it wasn't til both me & dad developed diseases tht 98% of ppl get are of African descent did she FINALLY ADMIT the family might be mixed I have always had so many questions about race & identity
I can relate as my mother and father are African American and Native American and my dad is very light and my beautiful Queen mom was dark skin, my mother was always asked was I adopted and was I her child. As a child growing up it was hard. My mother was my rock and my dad was my anchored. May the both RIP. Miss them so much, they taught me so much about myself. Beautiful Interview.
Sara's joy and peace are palpable. When she was explaining religiosity, I understood. Sometimes there is a disconnect that you feel in your soul and that feeling pushes you to "find your people," she found her people and there is so much peace and confidence in that.
Wow‼️Such a UNIQUE woman of color‼️Her story is AMAZING. Despite all that I know, I try not to judge Jewish people as I and my brother were delivered by a Jewish doctor who helped my mother who had Sickle Cell Anemia in the 50’s and had 11 pregnancies, with only my brother and I surviving‼️I am forever grateful for that Jewish Doctor‼️ I will be on the lookout for her book‼️👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
So nobody aside from me is wondering the story of the dark side of the family's connection to the Netherlands - a majority population more close to blonde hair and blue eyed than people of color? Easier to work out with all the ties to the Dutch Antilles, Dutch East Indies etc than to Judaism (with the exception of Ethiopian Jews). This story should be interesting as well. I love her out look on life and her demeanor, assertive without being loud and showy, my kind of person!
This was an interesting story and perspective of black Jewish woman. I would love to know her mom's and siblings perspective on their upbringing and paths. I would love to see her on "Finding Your Roots" with Dr. Henry Louis Gates.
I met a Black Russian Jewish wpman here im NY. She had a horrible experience with this community in Brpoklyn because she was Black. It hurt her very much.
Your both the Idiom: March to the beat of your own drum type people and that's why it sounds like you get along so well, you understand and respect it in eachother.
28:50 I completely understand your using Yiddish with the baby. Our brains are amazing organs and don't forget what was said to us as babies/children, even if it's unconscious, and it usually is. I find myself asking my cat, "Are you my girl? You're my girl, aren't you?" (I don't have children) It took me years to realize that my mother and grandmother said those words to me so many times in my infancy/early years. That's what Sara was doing.
I grew up in Brooklyn and for the most part had negative interactions with Hasidic community. As a Black woman, I do not understand her connection to a group that does not embrace Black people. I wish her luck and success.
Honestly, she's so amazing. B"H She is a very strong woman who loves her kids. I love her. She doesn't take crap from anyone. She's definitely a role model for myself and other black and brown Orthodox Jews. I hope to meet her someday PG.
Did you like this video? Also check out some content by @andrewgold1 who did an interview with Sara and one with myself where I talk about my own life story a bit. Check out both! With Sara: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-t7hg1i9Wmws.html // With me: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WJbGOS3tqmk.html
Yes, I enjoyed learning more about how diverse the Jewish community is, and how being born a woman of color in European countries can be liberating. Also, listening to her story is very interesting how her mother overcame adversity being a dark skin Jewish person !!!
Sara Braun writes that her mother was born in a small country in the northern part of South America. This must be Suriname. Suriname is Dutch speaking and has a fascinating Black Jewish history. "In 1857, a German-Jewish journalist interviewed several African American women who worshipped at Congregation Shearith Israel in New York who had immigrated from Suriname (Wikipedia)"
African(Black) Jews are Never shown, I'm not surprised. It seems its made about Race and not a Religion. You can't be a Jew unless you are white and speak Yiddish. 🤷🏾♀️
I was always told there was some Jewish heritage, but I thought nothing of it until Ashkenazi Jewish popped up in some DNA tests I ordered for my family. We also have a dish called ''Pom" which originated from the Jewish community. Did she say why she didn't mention Suriname by name?
What a lovely young woman! Her dedication to her faith, family, and culture is so admirable. Her command of English is outstanding too! ❤️ Thank you for such a lovely interview ❤️
I’m black and was raised Muslim, but in May I start the conversion process because my fiancé is Jewish/Israeli. Sara’s strength gives me strength! It’s been a hard road for us as my fiancé’s family doesn’t support our relationship because I am black/not Jewish born - which they have been very open about. I’m always very curious to consume content regarding black/Jewish interactions, so this video was very intriguing!
No where in Torah forbids interracial marriages there are examples of racism in Torah that you could show to the racists to prove your point… eg exodus 12 v 38…. Mosche marriage being frowned upon and Miriam being cursed Laban because of this… there are other stories written…
I live very close to Crown Heights, Brooklyn and I've seen interracial hasidic families. If you see either the wife or husband that is black, its bc they have a mother, grandmother or great-grand mother who is european jewish. There was an episode of Oprah that aired once about an interracial hasidic family in Brooklyn. Oprah couldn't understand that the black wife didn't convert. She was stunned bc the wife looked 100% african-american. She held traditions from her grand mother who was a white-jewish hasidic woman.
My experience with the hasdic community was horrible! I grew up in Queens, NY where they would come to their cemetery. My opinion changed when they showed how racist they were against the black community! I have found afterwards that community is so racist!
@@eileenwatt8283 When they raided our neighborhood when their rabbi died thinking he was the messiah and told us we shouldn’t be living here! Also peeing on our lawns and requesting to use our bathrooms!
I can relate to the story about her pushing the stroller. Often times people didn’t believe I was my mothers child. And I was often bullied for my mum and siblings being much darker than me. But African/brown women birth children of all different colors. My mother warned me growing up and it taught me to be resilient and proud of who I am. I’m Muslim and part of the Sunni community. And still this happens sometimes. Because people assume I’m of arab descent instead of African. Suri has such an amazing personality and I enjoyed this interview. Thank you for sharing!
It happens for alll women - there are white women who have olive skinned, freckled, red hair or children with much paler/darker skin. Example: most people think my mom is jewish or Italian, but most people think I am Norwegian or Irish.
@@mgb5170 It doesn't happen for all woman, speak for yourself and experience.. She's speaking of her Race(Ethnicity) and Racism, not assuming nationalities..
@@mgb5170 stop the all of us when someone is giving you their perspective… It’s super rude… And just annoying… Being mistaken for another European is not the same… Freckles and red hair are not the same…. Sheeessshhhhh…
@@mgb5170 Please STOP. Black women can literally birth ANY color on the planet, from the darkest to the lightest. Stop trying to deflect and take from them. Their experience is NOT an "all women" experience. It is very unique in fact and not the same as freckles and "olive skin".
@@rafaelw8115 oh stop with your stupid superiority complex you weren’t here 7million yrs ago so you dont know any of that crap to be fact! You heard it somewhere and it sounded good to you so you ran with it.
@@johncbny my father is Somali ( Ethiopian & Somali) and my mother is African American (Native American, African, and White). I was born and raised in America. Very simple.
@@danielledaniels9848 but I thought in order to be Jewish it is your mother that has to be a Jew? Also you described your father as Somali primarily and Ethiopian Secondly so surely he was Muslim? Just curious
This was a wonderful interview with Suri and her fascinating journey to the Hasidic community is fascinating. As someone else who, like Suri, has a Jewish heritage yet who was also not raised in the Jewish faith I could relate to much of her journey which was fascinating. It was lovely to hear her speaking Yiddish and know she's passing this language onto her children. I've just subscribed to your channel and look forward to further videos. Shalom from Australia.
I immediately sent this link to my family friends. One of whom retired as the Director of the Jewish Community Center and Federation, the second his wife who is the director of the Jewish Foundation in my home town. I find it fascinating as a Black woman who grew up spending a significant amount of time in the Jewish Community in the Deep South. I will definitely read her book. I found her response to your question about racism interesting because it sounded similar to my friend from Ethiopia during our college days. She did not really understand the nuances of racism because she grew up in Addis Ababa. Many years later, we were discussing a trip she and her Black Fiancé had taken at the time. She described their experiences at various airports. She talked about being racially profiled. I looked at her quite surprised. In our college years, she did not recognize the subtle acts of racism. Well, she learned unfortunately. Life in this country opened her eyes to some painful truths.
Thank you for inviting Sara to talk about her journey. I think having you interview her with your background gave a richness and depth to the conversation that would be difficult to replicate by the majority of interviewers. I hope you are able to meet with her again whether privately or for another video. I also wish her great success with her book.
Thank you for sharing Sara's story. I'm an African American Muslim and I remember seeing Hasidic Jewish women in NYC for the first time over 30 years ago and I thought they were Muslim. Silly me, but there were so many similarities between the two faiths. I enjoyed listening to Sara's story and would love to read her book. If it's not an audio book, she should consider making it an audio in her own voice because she told her story wonderfully.
I chuckled when Sara describes her racist great grandmother’s face. She looked like a witch to her. Racism is an ugly energy. It makes the person ugly, inside and out.
For the sceptics: Suri is a Surinamese Dutch woman. Creole Surinamese people (including myself) quite often have Jewish ancestry due to Jewish presence in Suriname (ashkenazi and sephardi).
