Sabbatai Zevi – Truth or Falsehood? - Guided Tour (English)

Few figures have shaken the Jewish world as profoundly as Sabbatai Zevi. In the 17th century, his proclamation as the Messiah inspired extraordinary hope across Jewish communities around the world.

The exhibition traces the transformation of his image over four centuries and across cultures—from a celebrated Messiah to a controversial and tragic figure, a revolutionary, and a source of artistic inspiration. It also explores the Dönme, his followers who converted to Islam while maintaining their connection to him, and their legacy into the present day.

Through historical documents, objects, and works of art, the exhibition reveals how different generations and cultures have continually reinterpreted Sabbatai Zevi’s image, story, and legacy.