The roots of the Jemaathens extend to the founding years of the Ottoman State. Romans forced the jews to migrate from Jerusalem to Bursa. Then, Ets Ahayim Synagogue was built. This is important because it is the first synagogue built during the Ottoman Period. Etz Ahayim was one of the oldest temples in Anatolia. Unfortunately today, Etz Ahayim has only a small part of the gate and remains.

