Letter from “A Native of Germany” to Editor of the Whig;January 25, 1829 Letter from "A Native of Germany" to the Editor of the Whig, written in Richmond, VA on January 25, 1829, and received in Philadelphia, PA. The author defends Jewish beliefs and practices against criticisms found in the Whig and other publications. The letter engages with biblical texts and rabbinic interpretations to counter claims about Jewish understanding of scripture and actions towards non-Jews. The author also discusses the Sermon on the Mount, questioning its fulfillment within Christianity and highlighting comparable ethical teachings within Judaism. The letter concludes with a call for unity and action among Jews.