Letter from Moses N. Nathan to Isaac Leeser, October 21, 1866

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Letter from Moses N. Nathan to Isaac Leeser, October 21, 1866

Description

Letter from Moses N. Nathan to Isaac Leeser discussing Leeser's possible move from Philadelphia to Savannah. Nathan expresses his belief that Leeser should retire to a less demanding position and that Orthodox Judaism needs to make compromises to survive in America. The letter also discusses the loss of the steamship Evening Star, and a possible legacy from Mrs. Osterman. It includes detailed reflections on Orthodox Judaism, its challenges, and the need for reform within the existing system. The letter demonstrates a personal and intimate tone, with reflections on religious practice and communal affairs.

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Type: Letter

Identifier: LSTCAT_item75

Collection: The Jesselson Family Collection of Isaac Leeser Material

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Dates

Gregorian: October 21, 1866

Hebrew: י״ב בְּחֶשְׁוָן תרכ״ז

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Language

English

Citation

Please cite this item as:

Moses N. Nathan, Isaac Leeser. Letter from Moses N. Nathan to Isaac Leeser;October 21, 1866.” (October 21, 1866). The Jesselson Family Collection of Isaac Leeser Material. Accessed at https://leeser.judaicadhpenn.org/item/lstcat_item75 .