LEESER, ISAAC. "History of the Jews and Their Religion" in: Cyclopedia of Religious Denominations. Containing Authentic Accounts of the Different Creeds and Systems Prevailing Throughout the World. Written by Members of the Respective Bodies

Estimate: $1,500–$2,000
Hammer price: Not recorded

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author

(AMERICAN JUDAICA).

printer

Bell and Bain

Place

Glasgow

Publication

(1853)

Description

Third edition

summary

In this overview of Judaism, the "Pastor of the Hebrew Portuguese Congregation, Philadelphia," Rev. Isaac Leeser, takes the reader back to the times of Abraham and Moses, presents Maimonides' Thirteen Articles of Faith, and quotes Mendelssohn's “Jerusalem” concerning the significance of the commandments and ceremonies Rare to appear at auction.

pp. 8 (Leeser's contribution). Very light stains. Original boards, gilt extra. Sm. 4to

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