Concerns Regarding a New Creed and the Cantor of the Charleston Synagogue
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Concerns Regarding a New Creed and the Cantor of the Charleston Synagogue
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Letter from Nathaniel Levin to Isaac Leeser discussing a new creed composed by Mr. Poznanski and Mr. Joshua Lazarus, concerns about Poznanski's views on the Messiah and the observance of holidays, and a request for Leeser's opinion and assistance in addressing these issues within the Charleston Jewish community. Levin also seeks Leeser's guidance on how to proceed with Poznanski's continued role as Hazan, given his unorthodox views. The letter details various concerns about Poznanski's interpretations of Jewish law and tradition, and his statements made to Christian ministers. The letter also includes personal greetings and logistical details.
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Type: Letter
Identifier: LSDCBx9FF14_1
Collection: The Dropsie College Isaac Leeser Collection at the Penn Libraries
People
Sender: Nathaniel Levine
Recipient: Isaac Leeser
Dates
Gregorian: June 12, 1842
Hebrew: ד׳ בְּתַמּוּז תר״ב
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From: Charleston
To: Philadelphia
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