Letter from Isaac Harby to E. P. Cohen, Charleston, South Carolina, May 5, 1826

Autograph letter signed by Isaac Harby, written in Charleston, South Carolina on May 5, 1826, to E. P. Cohen. The letter discusses the historical arguments for not wearing a head covering in the temple, representing an early American document in the history of Reform Judaism. Harby, a key figure in the early American Reform movement, presents his own research and interpretation of scripture on this topic.

Associated People/Businesses

• Harby, Isaac
• Cohen, E. P.
• HARBY, ISAAC / COHEN, E. P.

Geography

• Charleston

Subjects

• Reform Judaism
• Liturgy

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 8, Folder 6