Feature Khazaria: A Forgotten Jewish Empire Nicholas Soteri reflects on the often-overlooked Jewish kingdom of Khazaria, and the vital role they played in balancing Christian and Muslim power in the early medieval period. Nicolas Soteri | Published in History Today Volume 45 Issue 4 April 1995 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Byzantine EmpireEastern EuropeJudaism Related Articles Ukraine and Russia’s History Wars Writ in Water Popular articles The First Christmas Tree Why the Organ Split the Church