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Three-page letter from Jonah Bondi to Isaac Leeser, written in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, 29th [month unknown], 1865. Bondi expresses his worries and frustrations with the actions and writings of Illoway and Morais, criticizing their scholarship and views on proselytization. He discusses his work and disagreements with other figures, including Raphall, and expresses his desire to publish a sermon and contribute to Leeser's publication, the "Occident." Bondi proposes a German supplement for the "Occident" to expand its reach and support himself financially. The letter reveals Bondi's concerns about the state of religious discourse and scholarship, his ambitions, and his relationships within his community.

Letter from Morris J. Raphall to Isaac Leeser discussing a paper on Jewish doctrines. Raphall mentions sending a paper to Leeser, and that the paper is growing longer than expected, that he intends to divide the paper at page 6, and that the whole paper will likely reach 12 pages. He requests to see a proof before publication and says he will return it promptly after review. The letter includes a reference to "The Occident," indicating that the paper is possibly intended for publication in the journal.