Pictures of Jewish Home-Life Fifty Years Ago

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Pictures of Jewish Home-Life Fifty Years Ago

by Hannah Trager

EN·~1 hours·15 chapters

Chapters

15 total
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ToMY BELOVED PARENTS in reverence and gratitude for their beautiful and holy example - PICTURES OF JEWISH HOME-LIFE FIFTY YEARS AGO - By - HANNAH TRAGER - Author of Stories of Child-Life in Palestine Festival Stories of Child-Life in Palestine Pioneers in Palestine - WITH A PREFATORY LETTER BY LEO JUNG WITH FOUR PLATES AND A GLOSSARY NEW YORK BLOCH PUBLISHING CO., Inc. PRINTED IN GREAT BRITAIN BY THE STANHOPE PRESS, LTD. ROCHESTER

0:27
2

FOREWORD

3:07
3

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

0:18
4

THE ARRIVAL IN JERUSALEM

14:29
5

THE WELCOME

9:49
6

THE CELEBRATION OF PURIM

10:17
7

THE BAKING OF THE MATZOS

10:01
8

LAG B'OMER

13:54
9

THE SABBATH IN PALESTINE

10:42
10

THE SUCCAH

4:30

Description

A vivid portrait of everyday Jewish life unfolds through warm, gently humorous vignettes that capture the rhythm of a bustling household preparing for Sabbath. The narrative follows Benjamin’s family as they navigate modest circumstances, the tender discipline of a child’s first rebellion, and the quiet strength of parents who weave faith into every chore. Illustrated with charming plates of schoolrooms, prayer shawls, and humble kitchens, the scenes feel both intimate and timeless, inviting listeners to step into a world where tradition and love coexist in the smallest details.

The author’s lyrical style blends simple storytelling with subtle instruction, allowing listeners to absorb the values of Torah, mitzvah, and community without feeling lectured. As the characters negotiate the challenges of a new life in England, their devotion shines through, offering a gentle reminder of the enduring spirit that sustains families across generations. This collection serves as a heartfelt window into a bygone era, resonating with anyone who cherishes the quiet beauty of ritual and familial devotion.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (112K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Keren Vergon, Cori Samuel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.

Release date

2005-02-25

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Hannah Trager

Hannah Trager

1870–1943

A writer and activist whose books preserve vivid memories of Jewish family life in Jerusalem and the early years of settlement in Palestine. Her work blends personal experience, history, and a warm eye for everyday detail.

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