A member of a Spanish Jewish community, particularly those from Majorca, with a history dating back to medieval times.
From Spanish and Portuguese Jewish communities; the word's origins are debated but may relate to 'Xueta' in Catalan. The Chuetas are descendants of medieval Spanish Jews who converted or were forced into conversion.
The Chuetas represent a hidden minority history—despite converting centuries ago, they maintained a distinct identity and faced discrimination for centuries, making them one of Europe's longest-persecuted yet resilient communities.
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