Solomon Schechter (1847-1887) (oct 22, 1847 – jun 7, 1887)
Description:
What: American Conservative Rabbi
Where: New York
Significance: Looked to bring traditional views to American Jews. Founder and president of the Jewish Synagogue of America and the president of the Theological Seminary of America. Translated Jewish encyclopedia.
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