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Miscellany;1848Miscellany;1848

Newspaper clipping from an 1848 debate in Parliament concerning the removal of civil and political disabilities affecting Jewish subjects in England. The debate includes discussion of the interpretation of prophecy, popular prejudice against Jews, the role of religion in politics, and the principles of Christianity. Speakers mentioned include Lord John Russell, Sir Robert Inglis, Lord Ashley, and Mr. Macaulay. The clipping also includes quotes from Dr. Arnold and references to David Hume and Edward Gibbon.

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