The Sephardi Community of Amsterdam

Dubiez, F.J. The Sephardi Community of Amsterdam. NP , n/d. 8vo. 12pp. Stapled wraps as issued. Minor staining to wraps. “The first evidence of Jewish religious life in Amsterdam dates from early in the year 1602, when services were held at Rabbi Uri Halevi’s house in Joncker Street. It has been assumed that nearly ten years before, in 1593, religious Jews from Spain or Portugal had already held prayer meetings in Amsterdam.” Illustrated with b/w reproductions of photographs and paintings. Very good condition. vg. Softcover. (18297) $45