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Lot of 4 Vintage 1984–1985 Shearith Israel Bulletins – New York Jewish History & Judaica
Original vintage collection of four issues of The Shearith Israel Bulletin, published by Congregation Shearith Israel, the historic Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue in New York City, founded in 1654.
These publications offer a fascinating glimpse into Jewish-American religious life, Sephardic heritage, synagogue traditions, and community activities during the mid-1980s.
Included Publications – Lot of 4:
1. March 1984 – Issue No. 5
Hebrew Calendar: II Adar 5744
Cover features a historical black-and-white photograph of a synagogue community gathering.
Includes Sabbath service schedules, Torah readings, and religious announcements.
2. November 1984 – Issue No. 2
Hebrew Calendar: Heshvan 5745
Cover features a photograph of ceremonial Jewish religious objects.
Includes synagogue service schedules and community announcements.
3. February–March 1985 – Issue No. 4
Hebrew Calendar: Shebat–Nisan 5745
Cover features an illustration of trees.
Includes Sabbath services, Torah readings, and religious calendar information.
4. June–September 1985 – Issue No. 7
Hebrew Calendar: Tammuz–Ab–Elul 5745
Cover features a photograph of a historical memorial or cemetery marker.
Documents the congregation\'s activities and Jewish religious traditions.
Historical Significance:
Congregation Shearith Israel, also known as the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue, was founded in New York City in 1654 and is recognized as the oldest Jewish congregation in the United States.
These authentic period publications preserve valuable information about Sephardic Jewish traditions, synagogue worship, religious education, historical events, and community life in New York City.
Condition: All four original vintage bulletins show age-related wear, light discoloration, minor creases, and handling marks. Multiple punched binder holes are visible along the left margins. Please review all photographs carefully for the exact condition.
Ideal for collectors of Judaica, Jewish-American history, Sephardic religious publications, vintage synagogue memorabilia, and historical paper ephemera.
Includes all four original vintage bulletins shown in the photographs.
