Establishing an Agricultural Committee in Palestine: A Letter from Jerusalem, July 6, 1854
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Establishing an Agricultural Committee in Palestine: A Letter from Jerusalem, July 6, 1854
Description
Letter written in German and Hebrew from Jerusalem to Philadelphia. The letter discusses a committee formed for agriculture in the Holy Land, aiming to alleviate poverty among the Jewish people. It details the committee's efforts, financial needs, and the challenges faced by Jewish laborers in Palestine. The writers express hope and optimism for the future, emphasizing the importance of agriculture and work. They also mention several individuals involved in the project and their contributions. The letter includes references to biblical figures and events.
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Type: Letter
Identifier: LSDCBx2FF1_65
Collection: The Dropsie College Isaac Leeser Collection at the Penn Libraries
People
Sender: Michael Boaz Israel , Warder Cresson
Recipient: —
Dates
Gregorian: July 06, 1854
Hebrew: י׳ בְּתַמּוּז תרי״ד
Places
From: Jerusalem
To: Philadelphia
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