Pictures of Jewish Home-Life Fifty Years Ago by Hannah Trager
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| Author | Trager, Hannah, 1870-1943 |
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| Title | Pictures of Jewish Home-Life Fifty Years Ago |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Pictures of Jewish Home-Life Fifty Years Ago" by Hannah Trager is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the daily lives and customs of Jewish families in Jerusalem, emphasizing the warmth of family life, religious practices, and community interactions. Through the lens of various ceremonies and traditions, it provides readers with a heartfelt snapshot of Jewish culture and values during that period. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the Jacob family as they prepare for the Sabbath, illustrating the hustle and bustle of family life in their modest home. The opening portion sets the scene with the mother tidying up and the father teaching their son, Benjamin, about the significance of wearing his tsitsith, which he has been reluctant to do due to peer pressure. Benjamin's conflict and his father's gentle guidance illustrate the challenges of maintaining religious identity in a modern world. The family gathers for Sabbath dinner, where discussions arise around customs, illustrating the interplay of tradition and the evolving needs of the younger generation within this Jewish household. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BM: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Judaism |
| Subject | Jews -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Children -- Palestine |
| Subject | Jerusalem -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15173 |
| Release Date | Feb 25, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 268 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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