The author, Charles Duschinsky, was originally Rabbi Jacob Koppel Duschinsky, Rav of Kostel, Moravia from 1904 to 1907, after which he settled in London. He is usually known for his book "The Rabbinate of the Great Synagogue", which had its first edition in 1921, however he published other books and historical monographs for scholarly journals. … Continue reading Toledoth Jacob, Biography of Rabbi Koppel Charif, by Dr. C. Duschinsky, London, 1918.
Sefer Palgei Mayim and Sefer Ach Tov LeYisrael by Rabbi Shimon Abecassis, London, 1906.
This book, with its interesting connections to Moroccan Jewry, was printed in London in 1906 by Bril & Co., 8 Church Lane, E. It is by Rabbi Shimon Abecassis, Palgei Mayim consists of sermons and eulogies for righteous people. Ach Tov LeYisrael consists of short chiddushim (novellae or original commentary) on the Talmud. Hacham (wise … Continue reading Sefer Palgei Mayim and Sefer Ach Tov LeYisrael by Rabbi Shimon Abecassis, London, 1906.
Talmud Torah Ibrith B’Ibrith, 5th Annual Report, 1905-1906, London, November 1906.
The Redman’s Road Talmud Torah in Stepney, East London, was founded in 1901. The Headmaster was J. K. Goldbloom and the teaching method was simply to teach in Hebrew, with the children not allowed, if possible, to speak any other language. This was a work in progress. In the previous annual report, which I have … Continue reading Talmud Torah Ibrith B’Ibrith, 5th Annual Report, 1905-1906, London, November 1906.
Spanish and Portuguese Jews’ Hospital, Report for 5671-72, London 1912.
This little booklet is the Annual Report of the Spanish and Portuguese Jews Hospital for Sick Poor, Lying-in Women, and Asylum for the Aged, founded in 1747, and known as the Beth Holim. The hospital was first established in Leman Street, E1, then in 1790 was transferred to 253 Mile End Road. The modern building, … Continue reading Spanish and Portuguese Jews’ Hospital, Report for 5671-72, London 1912.
Central Synagogue, Twenty-first Annual Report, 1910, London.
This Annual Report captures the essence of the Central Synagogue in 1910. Here is the synagogue of the Establishment - wealthier members of the Jewish community, who live in Central and the West End of London and beyond. It was originally established in 1855 as a local branch of the Great Synagogue in Duke's Place … Continue reading Central Synagogue, Twenty-first Annual Report, 1910, London.
Brotherhood and Macaulay’s Plea for the Jews, Sermons preached in the Birmingham Synagogue in 1933 by Rev. Dr. A. Cohen – Yeshivas Etz Chaim copy.
Rabbi Dr. Abraham Cohen was born in Reading, Berkshire, in 1887. He was a notable Anglo-Jewish clergyman, scholar, and communal leader. He was brought up in the East End of London, and educated at the Jews’ Free School and the Central Foundation School before going to Jews’ College. He went to Cambridge University and later … Continue reading Brotherhood and Macaulay’s Plea for the Jews, Sermons preached in the Birmingham Synagogue in 1933 by Rev. Dr. A. Cohen – Yeshivas Etz Chaim copy.
Sefer Ateres Rosh by R. Levi ben David of Kodnya, Amsterdam, 1766 (The Jews College, London copy).
This is another book that has come from the library of Jews College in London, and it has the old stamp of the Beis Hamedrash HaAshkenazi (the study house of the Ashkenazi community) in London. From time to time, books appear for sale that have come from the Jews College Library, in London, and I … Continue reading Sefer Ateres Rosh by R. Levi ben David of Kodnya, Amsterdam, 1766 (The Jews College, London copy).
The Board of Guardians and Trustees for the Relief of the Jewish Poor, Eighty Ninth Annual Report, London 1947.
The Board of Guardians was a charity founded by the wealthier or more established part of the Jewish community in London in 1859. It was established because of the introduction of the Poor Law Amendment Act 1834 amendments by secular authorities. These laws applied a workhouse test to qualify for poor relief; the workhouse was … Continue reading The Board of Guardians and Trustees for the Relief of the Jewish Poor, Eighty Ninth Annual Report, London 1947.
The London Conference of 1939 – Original Press Photograph.
The London Conference of 1939, also known as the St James' Palace Conference took place from 17th February to 17th March, 1939. The conference was planned to end the British Mandate over Palestine and bring the British Mandate to a close. It was chaired by the British Prime Minister, Neville Chamberlain. However, the Arab Higher … Continue reading The London Conference of 1939 – Original Press Photograph.
Hilchos Rav Alfas (Halakhic Code), Rabbi Isaac ben Jacob Alfasi, Sabbioneta: Tobias Foa, 1554-1555
Rabbi Isaac ben Jacob Alfasi (Known as the Rif; 1013-1103) was a native of northern Algeria who received his education in Kairouan, The Rif resided for much of his life in Fez (hence the surname Alfasi) until about the age of 75, when he was forced to flee to Spain, where he died. This book, … Continue reading Hilchos Rav Alfas (Halakhic Code), Rabbi Isaac ben Jacob Alfasi, Sabbioneta: Tobias Foa, 1554-1555
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