Concerns about Jewish Ritual and Community Organization: A Letter from Jacob Ezekiel to Isaac Leeser, 1852

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Letter from Jacob Ezekiel to Isaac Leeser discussing the need for reform within the Jewish community's rituals and services. Ezekiel expresses concern about the length and repetitive nature of the prayers, suggesting that they be shortened and read more slowly and deliberately. He also mentions articles published in *The Occident* that relate to these issues. He proposes that the New York Jewish community take the initiative to revive discussions about a convention that could address these concerns. The letter also includes personal updates about Ezekiel's health.

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