Account of Internal Conflicts within Congregation Beth Elohim of Charleston
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Account of Internal Conflicts within Congregation Beth Elohim of Charleston
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An anonymous letter detailing the internal conflicts and schisms within Congregation Beth Elohim of Charleston. The letter describes power struggles, theological disputes, and the expulsion of members, focusing heavily on the roles of Rabbi Y. Posnanski and Rabbi Julius Eckman. The author provides a detailed account of events leading to divisions within the congregation, including disputes over religious observance and interpretations of Jewish law. The letter also includes discussion of a controversial creed, its translation, and the resulting conflicts. The letter is written in a highly critical and descriptive style. Images are included showing the letter's six pages.
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Type: Letter
Identifier: LSTCAT_item92
Collection: The Jesselson Family Collection of Isaac Leeser Material
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