The First Report of the American Society for Meliorating the Condition of the Jews

This pamphlet presents the first report of the American Society for Meliorating the Condition of the Jews, published in New York in May 1823. Founded in 1820, the society aimed to improve the condition of Jews through colonization and evangelization. The report details the society's activities, fundraising efforts, and its approach to achieving its goals, highlighting the involvement of key figures like John Quincy Adams, who served as the 1st Vice President. It also discusses the role of a converted Jewish agent from Germany in the society's work. This report provides valuable insights into the early 19th-century American missionary movement focused on Jewish conversion.

Associated People/Businesses

• American Society for Meliorating the Condition of the Jews
• NO NAME

Geography

• New York City

Subjects

• Jews
• Missions to Jews
• Religious life and customs

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 10, Folder 9