Lists the founding members of the Ḥevra Tehilim in a unit of the Russian Army by name and battalion, date and town of birth, and the by-laws of this society. Also included are minutes of meetings,... Show moreLists the founding members of the Ḥevra Tehilim in a unit of the Russian Army by name and battalion, date and town of birth, and the by-laws of this society. Also included are minutes of meetings, a list of the original founders, contributors to the Torah Fund, 14 new members, a painting of the regimental arms, a description of the journey of the regiment from Skudy to Moscow, a prayer for the Tsar and royal family, and service records of soldiers. There is a letter from Rabbi Chaim Berlin, chief rabbi of Moscow, approving of the activities of the Ḥevra and committing a regular stipend to finance its expenses. The Hebrew scribe is identified as Aharon Shalom ben Yehuda Shaindling. Features color illustrations. Founded in 1864 by 16 Polish and Russian Jews of the Fourth Infantry Koporé His Royal Highness Crown Prince of Saxony Regiment, the Ḥevra Tehilim was based near the Lithuanian town of Shkudy (Kovno Province). In 1865 it was transferred to Moscow. These Jewish soldiers in the reign of Alexander II banded together to strengthen one another, form minyanim, recite Psalms, promote study and peaceful relations among the members, and provide for care for the sick and burial of the dead. In Hebrew, Yiddish, and Russian. Original manuscript bound in red calf with gilt decorations; in protective case. Appears as Lot 190, Important Judaica: Books, manuscripts, and works of art, May 28, 1986. This ms formed the basis for the study of Michael Stanislawski entitled Psalms for the Tsar (New York: Yeshiva University Library, 1988). Show less
Minutes of the meetings of Ḥevra Maḥazike Yeshivat Etz Ḥayim from its beginnings in 1886 until 1922, long after it had merged with Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary in 1896. Manuscript b... Show moreMinutes of the meetings of Ḥevra Maḥazike Yeshivat Etz Ḥayim from its beginnings in 1886 until 1922, long after it had merged with Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary in 1896. Manuscript bound in 2 volumes + 2 loose leaves. Cover title. Show less
Minutes of the meetings of Ḥevra Maḥazike Yeshivat Etz Ḥayim from its beginnings in 1886 until 1922, long after it had merged with Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary in 1896. Manuscript b... Show moreMinutes of the meetings of Ḥevra Maḥazike Yeshivat Etz Ḥayim from its beginnings in 1886 until 1922, long after it had merged with Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary in 1896. Manuscript bound in 2 volumes + 2 loose leaves. Cover title. Show less
Pinkas of the community of Dreznitz (Strassnitz), 1840-1871. The pinkas has a monthly account, referred to as "Heshbon Zedek," "a righteous account," of the expenses of and contributions to the syn... Show morePinkas of the community of Dreznitz (Strassnitz), 1840-1871. The pinkas has a monthly account, referred to as "Heshbon Zedek," "a righteous account," of the expenses of and contributions to the synagogue of the city. The first folio has an inventory of Torah scrolls and their accessories, copied from an old pinkas, and the second folio has material relating to charity obligations, also copied from an old pinkas. The inside front cover notes that the pinkas was renewed by four gabbaim in the year 1840. Lewin no. 17. Show less
Pinkas of the Jewish community of Waltsch, 1758-1768. T.p. is marked 1758. Included are takkanot, lists of members, accounts, etc. There are some undated letters in Yiddish inserted,and a 1913 post... Show morePinkas of the Jewish community of Waltsch, 1758-1768. T.p. is marked 1758. Included are takkanot, lists of members, accounts, etc. There are some undated letters in Yiddish inserted,and a 1913 postcard from M. Werner of Posen to Louis Lewin in Kempen. The postcard deals with the pinkas, especially its dating. Although 1658 is written in pen on the t.p., it is crossed out and replaced by 1758. Apparently, this was done after the postcard from Werner was received by Lewin. Lewin no. 254A. Show less
Pinkas of the Jewish community of the town of Neuwied, 1781-1847. Includes a list of the enactments of the community and financial contributions of its various members. A letter from 1928 is inserted.
