Explication of an Engraving Called the Origin of the Rites and Worship of the Hebrews This 1859 book, published by the Office of the Jewish Messenger, is a translation of D. Rosenberg's French work, with additions and commentary by Max Wolff, minister of the Congregation Chabei Shalom in Boston. It explains an engraving depicting the origin of Hebrew rites and worship, connecting them to natural law and offering insights into Kabbalistic interpretations. The book includes a list of subscribers and a Hebrew poem dedicated to them. This particular copy belonged to David de Sola Pool and shows signs of age, including a loose first signature and some chipping.
Invitation to the Ceremony at the New Irving Hall, 214-220 Broome Street, New York City Folded invitation to a ceremony at the New Irving Hall, located at 214-220 Broome Street in New York City. The invitation also mentions the bride's residence at 45 Eldridge Street. The invitation is dated January 8, 1901. The invitation is folded into three parts.
Order of the Inauguration of a New Torah Scroll: Netherlands Israelite Synagogue, Paramaribo, February 10, 1895 Order of service for the inauguration of a new Torah scroll presented as a gift to the Netherlands Israelite Synagogue in Paramaribo, Suriname on Sunday, February 10, 1895 (16 Shevat 5624). The book details the ceremony and likely includes the names of donors.
Photograph of a Boy in Bar Mitzvah Attire with Prayer Book Black and white photograph depicting a boy dressed in a Bar Mitzvah suit, holding a prayer book. The photograph's date is unknown, but the style of clothing suggests it was likely taken sometime in the 20th century. The image is likely from a personal family archive.
Program for the Inauguration of a New Torah Scroll, Paramaribo, Suriname, 1905 Program for the inauguration of a new Torah scroll in Paramaribo, Suriname, dated January 1, 1905. The program is in Dutch and is part of the Willy Lindwer Suriname Collection. The book is physically located in Arc.Ms.56, Lindower box, Folder 17.
Programma van den dienst bij de Entree-Predikatie van den eerwaarden heer Heer A. Lopes Cardozo: Paramaribo, Suriname, 1939 Program for the inauguration service of Reverend A. Lopes Cardozo as religion teacher at the Dutch-Portuguese Israelite Community in Suriname, 1939. Reverend A. Lopes Cardozo became reverend at the Sheerith Yisrael Community of New York in 1946. Published in Paramaribo, Suriname.
Programma van den dienst bij de Entree-Predikatie van den eerwaarden heer M. Haalman: Paramaribo, Suriname, 1948 Program for the inauguration service of the Reverend M. Haalman, religion teacher at both Jewish Communities in Suriname, 1948. Published in Paramaribo, Suriname.
Programma van den dienst bij de Entree-Predikatie van den eerwaarden heer Rabbijn Moshe Amine: Paramaribo, Suriname, 1964 Program for the inauguration service of Rabbi Moshe Amine, religious teacher at both Israelite communities in Suriname. Published in Paramaribo, Suriname in 1964.
Religious Ceremonies and Customs of the Jews This 20-page book, authored by C.A. Goodrich, a non-Jew, provides a description of Jewish religious ceremonies and customs. Published circa 1836, the book includes detailed illustrations. The book offers a non-Jewish perspective on Jewish religious practices.
Tikwat Jisrael: Programma van de feestelijke Chanoeka bijeenkomst, 1933 Program for the festive Hanukkah celebration held in 1933 by Tikwat Jisrael in Paramaribo, Suriname. This organization was established in 1933 specifically for youth by the father-in-law of Willy Lindwer, Mr. C. Emanuels.
Tikwat Jisrael: Programma van de feestelijke Chanoeka bijeenkomst, 1939 Program for the festive Hanukkah celebration held by Tikwat Jisrael in 1939. Published in Paramaribo, Suriname.