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Soroki is a city in northern Moldova. Jewish settlement in Soroki is
first recorded in 1657. An organized community, however, dates back to
the 18th century. During this period, Soroki had 157 Jewish families and
was led by Rabbi David Solomon Eibenschutz. By 1897, there were 8,763
Jews, making up over half of the population of Soroki. During the 19th
century, most Jews in Soroki, engaged in agriculture, grew primarily
tobacco and grapes. The economic crisis of the 1880s caused many Jews to
immigrate to other nations in search of economic prosperity.
Prior to World War II, the Jewish community of Soroki was thriving; it
included a several Jewish schools, a hospital, and old-age home. The
entire community was nearly annihilated with the entry of German forces
into the region. The Jewish community is beginning to rebuild itself.
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