Wandering jew

The Wandering Jew is a legendary character doomed to live until the end of the world, because he taunted Jesus on the way to the Crucifixion. There have been various versions of the story.

In some countries, the character has been referred to as the Eternal Jew. This may also be used a derogatory expression for Jews in general.

See also

• The Eternal Jew (1940 film)
• The Eternal Jew (art exhibition)

External links

Encyclopedias

• Encyclopedia Britannica: Wandering Jew
• Encyclopedia Britannica 1911 Edition: The Wandering Jew