- Montefiore Congregation Built in
1906, this congregation was once located in the large upper
middle class neighborhood of the Grand Concourse. The
entire Jewish community subsequently moved out to the suburbs
in the 1950's and early 1960's. Currently there are no
functioning Synagogues in the South Bronx.
- Jubilee Synagogue
(1905 - Today) Prague, Czech Republic Art
Nouveau with ornamental features in the Moorish style of architecture.
This Synagogue is currently used by the Prague Jewish community for
religious services. As a result of the rebuilding of the old
Jewish Ghetto in Prague, the decision was made in 1898 to build this
Synagogue in a newer neighborhood where most of the population lived
- Great Synagogue of Bialystock
Poland (1800) The largest
Synagogue in Bialystock. Built in the 1800's, this grand landmark
was tragically destroyed during World War II. However before World
War Ii this dazzling structure was the heart of a large Jewish
population that today borders Poland, Ukraine, and Lithuania. A
truly spectacular structure!
- Central Synagogue of New York City
(1872) Manhattan, Ny. Organized by Bohemian Jews in 1839,
- The 2nd Temple Jerusalem
destroyed in the Jewish revolt against
Rome in 70 CE, this reproduction is based on the dimensions of King
Solomon's Temple as discussed in the Torah. It depicts the mail
hall of the Temple (Hechal), which also contained the Holy of Holies.
The incense sacrifices were offered daily by the Kohanim (Priests) in
the Hechal. The Art was stored in this building in the Holy of
Holies that was entered only once a year by the High Priest on Yom
Kippur.
- Tiempo Israelitico Synagogue
(1882), Florence , Italy. This is one of the most distinguished
examples how Byzantine and Moorish art influenced Synagogues
architecture. The hug dome, turrets, arches, and mosaics all
reflect the eastern culture. A truly breathtaking Synagogue.
The congregation today consists of a few hundred people.
- Eldridge Street Shul (1887) Ny,
Ny. The oldest Synagogue in the Lower East side of Manhattan, this
shul is renowned for its spectacular architecture. It serves a
diminishing congregation due to its location in the expanding Chinatown
National Historic Landmark. Thousands of tourist visit each year.
- Cave of Machpelah Hebron,
Israel. According to the Bible, Abraham purchased this cave as a
burial ground for his family from Ephron the Hittite. The
Patriarchs: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and the Matriarchs. Sarah,
Rebecca, and Leah are buried here. According to tradition.
Adam and Eve are also buried here. The Cave of Machpelah is one of
the most important spiritual and historical sites for the Jewish people.
- Congregation Mishkan Israel.
New Haven, Connecticut. Established in 1840 Mishkan Israel was the
first congregation in Connecticut. The building was completed in
1897 and designed by Arnold Brunner. Since most of the
community moved from the inner city to the suburbs, it now serves as the
New Haven Performing Arts Center. Reuven Masel
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