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Genetic studies of Jews - Wikipedia

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Genetic studies of Jews - Wikipedia

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This Wikipedia page focuses on **genetic studies of Jewish populations**, examining the DNA analysis and molecular research that has been conducted to understand the genetic heritage, ancestry, and population structure of various Jewish communities worldwide. The page serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding how modern genetic science has illuminated the biological history and interconnectedness of Jewish populations across different geographical regions and historical periods. The article appears to be part of a larger Wikipedia series on "Jews and Judaism" and is positioned within an extensive navigational framework that covers religious, historical, cultural, and demographic aspects of Jewish identity. While the specific content details are truncated in the provided excerpt, the page likely presents findings from various genetic studies that have traced Jewish ancestry, migration patterns, and the genetic relationships between different Jewish populations such as Ashkenazi, Sephardic, Mizrahi, and other distinct communities. These studies typically use techniques like Y-chromosome analysis, mitochondrial DNA sequencing, and autosomal DNA comparisons to understand both paternal and maternal lineages within Jewish populations. **Notably, the article carries an important editorial disclaimer** indicating it "relies excessively on references to primary sources" and needs improvement through the addition of secondary or tertiary sources. This suggests the content may be heavily based on original research papers rather than review articles or scholarly syntheses, which could make it more technical and potentially less accessible to general readers. The warning, dated October 2025, indicates this is an ongoing concern for Wikipedia editors seeking to maintain the encyclopedia's standards for reliable sourcing. The page's placement within Wikipedia's comprehensive Jewish studies framework—covering everything from religious practices and historical events to modern demographics and cultural traditions—suggests it serves both academic researchers and general readers interested in understanding the scientific perspective on Jewish population genetics. This type of content is particularly valuable for those seeking to understand how genetic evidence complements historical and archaeological records in tracing the origins and dispersal of Jewish communities throughout history.

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Genetic studies of Jews - Wikipedia. (2025, 11 22). en.wikipedia.org. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_studies_of_Jews

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Archived 2025-11-22T14:53:29.542275
Document ID #95
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