Subject: Religious aspects

This pamphlet contains a sermon delivered by Jonathan French at a lecture in the South Parish in Andover on January 1, 1777. The sermon, titled "A Practical Discourse Against Extortion," uses the Old Testament book of Ezekiel as its foundation to argue against extortion. It offers a commentary on the socio-economic realities of the time and may reflect the anxieties and challenges faced during the early stages of the American Revolutionary War. The sermon was printed in Boston by T. and J. Fleet.

This pamphlet is Rabbi Samuel Freuder's 8-page response to Rev. Dr. Jacob Voorsanger's critique of Edward Bellamy's utopian novel, *Looking Backward*. Published in San Francisco circa 1888-1889, it reflects the intellectual and religious debates of the time, engaging with both socialist utopianism and Jewish identity. The pamphlet is in contemporary wrappers.

This book contains the address delivered at the funeral service of Henry Cohen on June 23, 1879. The address was originally in Hebrew and translated into English by Rev. S. Morais. Henry Cohen was the father of Mary and Katharine Cohen and president of Mikveh Israel.

This 56-page pamphlet, published in New York in 1854, presents a scholarly examination of the biblical laws concerning servitude. Author William Jay argues against the interpretation of these laws as supporting the institution of slavery. The pamphlet represents a significant contribution to the abolitionist discourse of the mid-19th century.

This 56-page pamphlet, published in 1854 by M. W. Dodd in New York, presents William Jay's examination of the Mosaic laws concerning servitude. The first edition, originally issued in octavo format and lacking its wrappers, offers a scholarly analysis of this aspect of Jewish law within its historical context.

This pamphlet contains the text of a sermon delivered by Rabbi Morris J. Raphall at Congregation B'nai Jeshurun in New York City on January 4, 1861, the day President Buchanan proclaimed a National Fast. In this highly publicized sermon, Raphall argued that the Bible did not prohibit slavery and defended the institution, drawing both praise from the South and criticism from abolitionists in the North. Published by Rudd & Carleton, New York, 1861.

This pamphlet contains the text of a sermon delivered by Rabbi Morris J. Raphall at the Bnai Jeshurun Synagogue in New York City on January 4, 1861, a nationally proclaimed day of fasting. In this sermon, Raphall offers a pro-slavery interpretation of biblical texts, arguing against abolitionism and defending the institution of slavery as consistent with Jewish law. The sermon sparked significant controversy, generating both praise in the South and criticism from abolitionists in the North. Published by Rudd & Carleton in New York, this is considered a significant historical document in the context of 19th-century American religious and political debates.

This pamphlet contains the text of a sermon delivered by Rabbi Morris J. Raphall at the Bnai Jeshurun Synagogue in New York City on January 4, 1861, a nationally proclaimed day of fasting. In this sermon, Raphall argues that the Bible does not prohibit slavery and that the institution is justifiable under certain conditions. This Baltimore edition of the sermon, published by James Lucas, reflects the strong pro-slavery sentiments prevalent in the South during the secession crisis. The sermon sparked considerable controversy, earning Raphall both praise in the South and criticism from abolitionists in the North.

This 11-page pamphlet contains the president's address and secretary's annual report from Congregation Ohabei Shalom in Boston, Massachusetts, dated April 1, 1886. The report notably includes a discussion of burial customs and unique fees, along with strategies to attract new members. Isaac Rosnosky and S. Simons are named as individuals associated with the report.

This pamphlet contains the text of a sermon delivered by Reverend Sabato Morais before Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia on June 1, 1865, the day set aside for prayer following the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. The discourse reflects the grief and sentiments of the Jewish community in Philadelphia in response to Lincoln's death.

This book contains ten sermons delivered during a period of national crisis in the early months of 1861, following Abraham Lincoln's election and the secession of South Carolina but before the attack on Fort Sumter. The sermons represent diverse viewpoints on the issues of slavery and national unity, with contributions from clergymen in both the soon-to-be Confederate States and Union States. Notably, the collection includes the controversial sermon "Bible View of Slavery" by Morris Jacob Raphall, offering a pro-slavery interpretation of scripture. Other prominent contributors include James Henley Thornwell, Benjamin Morgan Palmer, Robert Lewis Dabney, Robert Jefferson Breckinridge, Henry Jackson Van Dyke, and Thomas Lewis. The compilation provides a valuable snapshot of religious and political thought during a pivotal moment in American history.

This volume contains four bound works printed by Christopher Sower (Sauer) in Germantown, Pennsylvania, circa 1759-1760. The works include: "The Way to the Sabbath of Rest," "The Journeys of the Children of Israel," "Discourse on Mistakes concerning Religion, Enthusiasm, Experiences," and "Observations on the Enslaving, Importing and Purchasing of Negroes." This collection is notable for its association with the Sower printing family and for containing an early anti-slavery treatise. This volume was owned by four generations of the Franks family, prominent Jewish individuals in New York and Philadelphia.

This 34-page pamphlet details a lawsuit between members of Congregation Beth Elohim in Charleston, South Carolina, concerning the installation of an organ in 1840. The dispute highlighted the conflict between traditional and reform Jewish practices in the United States. The lawsuit, printed on May 25, 1843, provides detailed accounts of the allegations and arguments presented in court, ultimately representing a significant early victory for the Reform movement in America. The case's resolution established a precedent for future disputes over religious practices within American synagogues.

This handbook, prepared by a committee of the Jewish Ministers Association of America, provides guidance for ministers on conducting burial services. Published in New York in 1890, it offers practical instructions and liturgical resources for Jewish funeral rites. The book contains 18 pages and is a valuable resource for understanding the funeral practices of late 19th-century American Jewry.

This book, written by Warder Cresson (1798-1860), explores the author's conversion to Judaism and provides his reasoning behind it. Published around 1852, the work features a discussion of the author's 1851 lunacy trial, which stemmed from his conversion. Cresson uses biblical interpretation to contrast Christianity and Judaism, notably including a dialogue between an evangelical minister and a slave illustrating some contradictions of Christianity. The book also interprets the biblical story of the two women before Solomon allegorically as representing the true and false churches. The work concludes with an appendix and serves as a testament to Cresson's conviction and understanding of Jewish faith.

This is a 10-page sermon by Frederick de Sola Mendes, delivered on November 14, 1874, at the Shaaray Tefila Synagogue in New York City. The sermon addresses the relationship between Tyndallism (a form of scientific materialism) and Judaism. It explores the compatibility or conflict between scientific discoveries and traditional Jewish beliefs.