I never told anyone that I was a Karaite.
During this period of rapid growth, Karaite Judaism engaged in open missionary work among other Jews.
The rabbis became more proficient in quoting the Scriptures,
incorporating Karaite style and method in their rhetoric.
The ancient Karaite Jews * understood it this way, as do Samaritans * down to today.
What are some examples of Karaite teachings that caused consternation in rabbinic circles?
The rabbis forbade eating meat and milk together?
Particularly after Anan's death, Karaite leaders frequently disagreed over the degree and nature of certain restrictions,
and their message was not always clear.
Ashdod today is home to the largest Moroccan Jewish community in Israel,
the largest Karaite Jewish community in Israel,
the largest Georgian Jewish community in the world.
Ashdod today is home to the largest Moroccan Jewish community in Israel,
the largest Karaite Jewish community in Israel,
and the largest Georgian Jewish community in the world.
Despite this, however, the Karaite movement grew in popularity
and influence far beyond the Babylonian Jewish community and spread throughout the Middle East. A major Karaite center was even established in Jerusalem.