To Be a Georgian in Israel: A Sociological Profile of the Georgian Community (Hebrew Edition)

What does it mean to be a Georgian-Israeli in the 21st Century? The elements that characterize the traditions of the Georgian immigrants in Israel are the product of a variety of influences– some which oppose one another. This book investigates Georgian cultural expression in Israel and tries to interpret the amalgam of identities found in the Georgian community today. Here, the question of what makes up the identity of Georgian Israelis is being examined empirically for the first time. Using integrated research methods a broad picture is revealed of a complex, and heterogeneous community that is undergoing an accelerated transformation. Georgians Israelis exist in constant tension between conservatism and openness– fighting to preserve their tight-knit bond to their unique tradition, while integrating into the fabric of Israel, and the greater global tapestry. To Be A Georgian In Israel provides a close-up and insightful look at the absorption of Georgian Jewish immigrants into Israeli society. This comprehensive study chronicles the culture and traditions, challenges and contributions, fears and stereotypes surrounding one of Israeli's close-knit and insular communities.