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Epitome of Post-Biblical History for Jewish-American Sabbath SchoolsEpitome of Post-Biblical History for Jewish-American Sabbath Schools

This book, published in 1882 by Bloch Publishing & Printing, is an adaptation and expansion of a German work by Dr. David Leimdörfer. It provides a summary of post-biblical Jewish history designed for use in Jewish-American Sabbath schools. This particular copy was owned by L. Leopold, as indicated by his signature.

Post-Biblical History of the JewsPost-Biblical History of the Jews

This two-volume work by Morris J. Raphall chronicles the history of the Jewish people from the close of the Old Testament (around 420 BCE) to the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE. Published in 1866, it offers a detailed account of this significant period in Jewish history, covering political events, social structures, and religious developments.

Synopsis of Jewish History from the Return from the Babylonish Captivity to the Days of Herod the GreatSynopsis of Jewish History from the Return from the Babylonish Captivity to the Days of Herod the Great

This book provides a synopsis of Jewish history from the return of the Jews from Babylonian captivity to the time of Herod the Great (circa 1859). It details the different Jewish sects of that era, the development and usage of synagogues and schools, the origins and implementation of Jewish prayer, the Urim and Thummim, the Mishna (oral law), and the completion of the Gemara, which comprises the Talmud. The author was Rabbi Henry A. Henry, the first rabbi of Congregation Sherith Israel in San Francisco.