Letter from Isaac Leeser to Zalma Rehine, April 10, 1836

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Isaac Leeser writes to his uncle, Zalma Rehine, in Baltimore, about the uncertainty of his future position at his congregation in Philadelphia. He describes the negative reactions he faced after speaking out about wrongdoings within the congregation, and his frustration at the lack of clarity regarding his future. He also mentions several engagements within his community, including that of Zipporeh Seixas to her cousin Ben, son of Sol Seixas. He mentions his sermon, and the lack of subscription to his book.

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