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Israel Abrahams (1858-1925) was a leading British Jewish scholar. In 1902 Abrahams came to the United States to teach at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. Chapters on Jewish Literature contains 25 short chapters on Jewish literature, opening with the fall of Jerusalem in 70 and ending with the death of Moses Mendelssohn in 1786.

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Israel Abrahams (1858-1925) was a leading British Jewish scholar. In 1902 Abrahams came to the United States to teach at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. Chapters on Jewish Literature contains 25 short chapters on Jewish literature, opening with the fall of Jerusalem in 70 and ending with the death of Moses Mendelssohn in 1786.
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Israel Abrahams (1858-1925) was a British-Jewish scholar and writer who made significant contributions to the fields of Jewish studies and folklore. Abrahams was born in London, England, and educated at University College London and Cambridge University, where he studied Semitic languages and literature. Abrahams's work was characterized by his deep knowledge of Jewish traditions and his ability to convey their richness and complexity to a wider audience. He wrote extensively on topics such as Jewish liturgy, folklore, and customs, as well as on the history of the Jewish people. His most famous work, "The Book of Delight and Other Papers," is a collection of essays that explore various aspects of Jewish life and culture, from the significance of the Sabbath to the history of Jewish art. In addition to his scholarly work, Abrahams was also active in the Jewish community in London, serving as a teacher and leader in various organizations. He was known for his commitment to promoting Jewish culture and traditions, and his work helped to inspire a renewed interest in Jewish folklore and customs among Jews in England and beyond.