Bidspirit auction | Union Hymnal (1897) – First

Union Hymnal (1897) – First Edition Rare! The first edition of the Union Hymnal, the official hymnal of the American Reform Jewish community. Edited by the Central Conference of American Rabbis and selected and arranged by the Society of American Cantors. - This volume contains prayers, Hebrew and English hymns, musical compositions for Sabbath and Jewish holidays, and special community events. This copy bears the stamp of Temple Emanu-El, one of the most prominent Reform synagogues in the United States. Overall in very good condition for its age, with signs of use as expected. A significant piece for collectors of Jewish liturgical music and historical Judaica.