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Diaspora

Definition

Diaspora refers to the scattering or migration of a particular group of people away from their homeland. This can be due to various reasons such as conflict, persecution, or economic opportunities.

Analogy

Imagine a group of friends who all lived in the same neighborhood but then had to move away to different cities for college. They are now scattered across different locations, forming a diaspora similar to how certain groups migrate and settle in new regions.

Related terms

Jewish Diaspora: The dispersion of Jewish communities outside their ancestral homeland of Israel, which occurred at different points throughout history.

African Diaspora: Refers to the descendants of Africans who were forcibly transported and enslaved during the Atlantic slave trade. They dispersed across various countries in the Americas and Europe.

Chinese Overseas Communities: Chinese diaspora communities that settled in Southeast Asia and other parts of the world for economic opportunities or due to historical events like political turmoil or famine.