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'''Mountain Jews''' or '''Juhuro''' is a community of Jews who have lived in the [[Caucasus]] for centuries. They are the descendants of Persian Jews from [[Iran]].

== History ==

Mountain Jews have a rich history that dates back to the 5th century BCE. They are believed to have settled in the Caucasus region after the [[Babylonian captivity]] of the Jewish people. Over the centuries, they have maintained their religious and cultural practices, while also adopting elements of the cultures of their neighbors.

== Culture ==

The culture of the Mountain Jews is a unique blend of Jewish and Caucasian traditions. They have their own dialect, called [[Juhuri]], which is a mix of Persian, Azerbaijani, and Russian. Their traditional music and dance styles are also heavily influenced by the cultures of the Caucasus.

== Religion ==

Mountain Jews are known for their strong adherence to [[Judaism]]. They have preserved many ancient Jewish traditions and customs, some of which are no longer practiced by other Jewish communities. Their religious practices are mainly Orthodox, but there are also elements of [[Mysticism|Mystic Judaism]] in their beliefs.

== Cuisine ==

The cuisine of the Mountain Jews is a fusion of Jewish and Caucasian culinary traditions. It includes dishes like [[kubbeh]], a type of dumpling made from bulgur wheat and stuffed with meat, and [[dolma]], a dish made from grape leaves stuffed with rice and meat.

== Demographics ==

Today, the majority of Mountain Jews live in [[Israel]], with significant communities also in [[Russia]], [[Azerbaijan]], and the [[United States]]. They continue to maintain their unique culture and traditions, while also integrating into the societies of their host countries.

== See also ==
* [[History of the Jews in the Caucasus]]
* [[Jewish ethnic divisions]]
* [[Jewish cuisine]]

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[[Category:Ethnic groups in the Caucasus]]
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