Publisher's Synopsis
Ezra Stiles And The Jews is a book that features selected passages from the literary diary of Ezra Stiles, a prominent figure in early American history. The passages in this book specifically focus on Stiles' thoughts and experiences concerning Jews and Judaism.Stiles was a Congregationalist minister who served as the president of Yale University from 1778 to 1795. He was known for his interest in and knowledge of various subjects, including science, history, and theology. He also had a fascination with Judaism and Jewish culture.This book presents a collection of Stiles' diary entries that relate to his interactions with Jews and his thoughts on Judaism. The passages cover a wide range of topics, including Stiles' meetings with Jewish leaders, his observations on Jewish customs and practices, and his reflections on the history of the Jewish people.Through these selected passages, readers can gain insight into Stiles' views on Jews and Judaism, as well as his broader perspectives on religion and society in early America. The book also includes an introduction that provides context for Stiles' diary and his relationship with the Jewish community.Overall, Ezra Stiles And The Jews offers a unique perspective on the role of Jews in early American history, as well as the ways in which one influential figure grappled with questions of faith, identity, and cultural difference.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
