Inquiry Regarding Passover Hymns at the Time of Christ

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Letter from D. T. Carnahan to Isaac Leeser requesting information about the practice of Israelites in celebrating Passover around the time of Christ's birth. Specifically, Carnahan inquires about the subject matter of praise at the conclusion of the Passover service, questioning whether it was the Hallel (Psalms 113-117) or a hymn composed in honor of the expected Messiah. He also discusses the practices of his own church and an objection he's heard regarding Christ's use of the Hallel at the Last Supper. The letter concludes with a request for the history of any such hymn, information on where to obtain a copy of the Hagada in Hebrew and English, and expresses a desire for further enlightenment on the topic.

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