Annotated Outline
1. Introduction
a. Hook
Despite the challenges of Moroccan history and modernization, the cultural and traditional identity of Moroccan Jews remains resilient.
b. Research Question
In what way have Moroccan Jews managed to keep their cultural and traditional identity intact, despite the changes brought about by Moroccan history and modernization?
Thesis Statement: While Morocco is undergoing cultural changes and modernization, the Moroccan Jewish community has kept its cultural identity intact. Exploring the unique customs, traditions, language, music, dance, culinary practices, religion, literature and art of Moroccan Jews, this research paper illustrates how they have maintained their distinct identity for two centuries.
2. *Body Paragraphs (3-4 paragraphs)
Contributor #1
Subpoint #1
Moroccan Jews have maintained their cultural identity through the preservation of unique traditions and customs.
For example, the Moroccan Jewish community celebrates traditional holidays such as Passover and Hanukkah with unique rituals and food.
Because of this, depending on tradition, Moroccan Jews have been able to keep a feeling of heritage despite external changes.
Subpoint #2
Moroccan Jews have also preserved their cultural identity through their language, Judeo/Arabic.
A distinctive language, Judeo/Arabic combines Hebrew and Arabic. Despite French and Arabic dominating, Moroccan Jews have preserved their use of this language in their everyday life.
This language preservation has been important in preserving Moroccan Jewish cultural identity.
Subpoint #3
Moroccan Jews have also maintained their cultural identity through their communal organizations and institutions.
A Jewish organization that was established in the 19th century, the Alliance Israelite Universelle has an important role in maintaining Moroccan Jewish culture and identity.
Through these communal institutions, Moroccan Jews have been able to support and keep their cultural heritage.
Contributor #2
Subpoint #1
Moroccan Jews have maintained their cultural identity through the preservation of their unique music and dance traditions.
Moroccan Jewish music and dance reflect the blending of Jewish, Arabic, and Berber cultures, and are performed at celebrations and religious ceremonies.
Moroccan Jews have also preserved their cultural identity through their culinary traditions.
Subpoint #2
Moroccan Jews have also maintained their cultural identity through their religious practices.
Prayer and Torah study have played a central role in Moroccan Jewish identity for centuries. These practices have been maintained through communal worship and education.
The emphasis on religious practice has been key in the maintenance of Moroccan Jewish cultural identity.
Subpoint #3
Moroccan Jews have maintained their cultural identity through their connection to their ancestral homeland.
Moroccan Jews often feel a deep bond with Israel, viewing it as their historic homeland. Israel visits and maintaining ties with Israeli organizations have strengthened the connection.
The connection to Israel has played a significant role in the maintenance of Moroccan Jewish cultural identity.
Contributor #3
Subpoint #1
Moroccan Jews have also preserved their cultural identity through their literature and art.
Moroccan Jewish literature and art showcase the community’s exceptional cultural and historical experiences. These works have been preserved and celebrated through communal institutions and organizations.
The preservation of literature and art has played a significant role in the maintenance of Moroccan Jewish cultural identity.
Subpoint #2
Moroccan Jews have also maintained their cultural identity through their sense of community and solidarity.
Moroccan Jews support each other strongly, preserving their cultural identity.
This sense of community has allowed Moroccan Jews to maintain a strong sense of cultural identity despite external changes.
Subpoint #3
Moroccan Jews have preserved their cultural identity by having a strong connection to their homeland.
The cultural identity preservation of Moroccan Jews is significantly tied to their homeland.
Emigrants from Morocco being Jews have stayed connected with their birthplace and are still carrying on with their culture.
*Remember, each of your subpoints can be a paragraph in and of itself*
3. Conclusion
a. Summary of main points
i. focused on how Moroccan Jews have maintained their cultural identity through the preservation of unique traditions and customs, their language, Judeo-Arabic, and communal organizations and institutions.
ii. Stressed the importance of the Moroccan Jews’ association with Islam, their culinary customs, and safeguarding their art and music to retain their cultural identity.
iii. Cultural identity preservation of Moroccan Jews is linked to their connection with their homeland, traditional apparel, and distinctive festivals.
I NEED 3 PRIMARY SOURCES AND 3 SECONDARY SOURCES. FOR THIS ESSAYS TIME PERIOD DO IT IN THE LAST 100 YEARS.
FOR THE LEVEL OF WRITING SKILL MAKE IT HIGHSCHOOL LEVEL