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Congregation Shearith Israel

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Congregation Shearith Israel Live Stream

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Congregation Shearith Israel Live Stream

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Congregation Shearith Israel's Summer 2020 Chugim

The Congregation Shearith Israel – often called The Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue – is the oldest Jewish congregation in the United States. It was established in 1654 and until 1825 was the only Jewish congregation in New York City.
  • Founding and synagogue buildings 

  • Founding major Jewish institutions 

  • Clergy 

  • Prominent members