Between 1493 and 1501, many Jews were expelled from their homes and sought sanctuary in the region of Avignon, which was still under the direct rule of the Pope.
Aastatel 1493–1501 aeti paljud juudid nende kodudest välja ja nad otsisid varjupaika Avignoni piirkonnas, mis oli veel paavsti otsese kontrolli all.