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>>3342774 (OP)>hollandphiliaThat doesn't sound right. You sure it's the right word for it?
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>>3342778Hollandophilia is actually the correct spelling it seems.
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OP loves SSRIs btw
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>>3342791Holland is the worst part of the Netherlands. Imagine thinking New York is all there is to the USA.
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>>3342774 (OP)i tried that waxy cheese thing once and it tasted like SHIT. stupid stinky dutch people with your weird food
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Whats good niggar
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>>3342774 (OP)What so cool about the dutch?
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>>3342791We in turkey inaccurately call the entire country of netherlands "hollanda". Even if you want to use the accurate term, there is literally no equivelent of "netherlands" in turkish so you can't, which bothers me.
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>>3342774 (OP)This still sounds very wrong. Dutchophilia sounds better. Or maybe you could call it hollandophilia. Idk
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>>3342803Nothing really.
>>3342805I'm largely Dutch ethnically and the Dutch Republic was kino barring them taking in a bunch of Portuguese Joos.
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>>3342817>I'm largely Dutch ethnicallyI thought you were largely french
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>>3342823Take a dna test. I'm curious
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The Dutch Republic, particularly Amsterdam, became a major haven for Sephardic Jews fleeing the Iberian Inquisition from the late 16th century onward. Known as "Portuguese Jews" or "Hebrews of the Portuguese Nation," they were permitted to openly practice Judaism, build synagogues, and establish a vibrant community, contributing significantly to the Dutch Golden Age.Key Aspects of Sephardic Acceptance in the Netherlands:Arrival and Identity: Many arrived as conversos (forced converts) in the 1590s, later returning to Judaism (rejudaizing). Due to political tensions with Spain, they identified as "Portuguese" to avoid being seen as enemies.Tolerance and Opportunity: While not initially given full citizenship, the Dutch authorities allowed them to live, worship, and operate businesses, including trade with the Americas and the Mediterranean.Development of the Community: The community grew, particularly in Amsterdam, which became a center of Sephardic life, later reinforced by refugees from the Balkans.Distinction from Ashkenazim: Sephardic Jews maintained a distinct, often wealthier identity compared to the later-arriving, poorer Ashkenazi population, with separate community institutions.Permanent Settlement: They established strong, lasting communities in cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague.By 1796, Jews in the Netherlands were granted full civil rights.
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>>3342850I was talking about floride being included in that list