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Autograph Manuscript Signed “The Law of the Immutable” by Solomon da Silva Solis, with edits by Isaac Leeser, Philadelphia, 1843 Autograph Manuscript Signed “The Law of the Immutable” by Solomon da Silva Solis, with edits by Isaac Leeser, Philadelphia, 1843

Six-page autograph manuscript signed by Solomon da Silva Solis (1819-1854) entitled “The Law of the Immutable.” The manuscript includes edits by Isaac Leeser. It is a draft of an article published in *The Occident* (1:9) December 1843, pp. 429-34. The article argues against the idea that God's commandments can be changed.

Is There a Middle Way?: Papers for the Jewish People, No. XXIII Is There a Middle Way?: Papers for the Jewish People, No. XXIII

Two copies of "Is There a Middle Way?: Papers for the Jewish People, No. XXIII." Published circa 1920. The geographic location is not specified but is related to Claude G. Montefiore's work and activities.

Papers for the Jewish People, No. XXV: Liberal Judaism and Convenience & Do Liberal Jews Teach Christianity? Papers for the Jewish People, No. XXV: Liberal Judaism and Convenience & Do Liberal Jews Teach Christianity?

This pamphlet, part of the "Papers for the Jewish People" series, No. XXV, discusses the topics of "Liberal Judaism and Convenience" and "Do Liberal Jews Teach Christianity?" It was published sometime around January 1, 1924. The pamphlet's geographic context is unclear but may relate to the United States given the association with Claude G. Montefiore.

Review of Isaac Harby's Discourse and the Constitution of the Reformed Society of Israelites: North American Review, Vol. 23, 1826 Review of Isaac Harby's Discourse and the Constitution of the Reformed Society of Israelites: North American Review, Vol. 23, 1826

An article from the North American Review, Vol. 23 (1826), reviewing Isaac Harby's "A Discourse delivered in Charleston, South Carolina on the 21st of Nov. 1825, before the Reformed Society of Israelites, for Promoting True Principles of Judaism according to its Purity and Spirit," and "The Constitution of the Reformed Society of Israelites." The review, written from a Christian perspective, offers insights into the early Reform Jewish movement in Charleston, South Carolina, and Harby's leadership within it. The review notes that Harby received correspondence regarding the Discourse from Thomas Jefferson.

Some Rough Notes About Liberal Judaism; Papers for the Jewish People No. XXVIII Some Rough Notes About Liberal Judaism; Papers for the Jewish People No. XXVIII

Typescript of "Some Rough Notes About Liberal Judaism," identified as Papers for the Jewish People No. XXVIII. The document is dated January 1, 1928. The typescript is housed in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 5, Folder 1.

The Justification of Liberal Judaism: Papers for the Jewish People, No. XXI The Justification of Liberal Judaism: Papers for the Jewish People, No. XXI

Pamphlet titled "THE JUSTIFICATION OF LIBERAL JUDIASM"; PAPERS FOR THE JEWISH PEOPLE No. XXI. Published circa January 1, 1919. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 5, Folder 1.

The Meaning of Progressive Revelation: Papers for the Jewish People No. VIII The Meaning of Progressive Revelation: Papers for the Jewish People No. VIII

Offprint of "The Meaning of Progressive Revelation," Papers for the Jewish People No. VIII. Signed by P. Abraham. Date of publication is estimated based on the provided date in the metadata. Further research is needed to confirm the exact publication date and publisher.

Truth in Religion and Other Sermons Truth in Religion and Other Sermons

This book contains a collection of sermons delivered at the services of the Jewish Religious Union. The sermons were largely influenced by Claude G. Montefiore, whose efforts led to the founding of the Liberal Jewish Union of England in 1902. The book was published in 1927 and includes sermons by Rabbi S. B. Freehof of Pittsburgh, PA.