Remembering Rabbi David Ellenson – The American Israelite Newspaper americanisraelite.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from americanisraelite.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR) shares with great sorrow the sudden passing of Rabbi David Ellenson, Ph.D., renowned educator, scholar, leader, and friend. The Chancellor Emeritus of HUC-JIR, Rabbi Ellenson served distinguished terms both as President (2001–2013) and as Interim President (2018–2019), returning to guide the institution following the tragic death of Rabbi Aaron Panken, Ph.D., z”l.
By Samuel Bruel
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In the spring of 1853 the City Council of Cincinnati passed an ordinance prohibiting any more interments within the corporation bounds. The Cemetery of the K. K. B. Yeshurun congregation is located within these limits. This interdict greatly embarrassed them, because land in any way suited for such purpose is difficult to obtain.
â July 28, 1854
150 Years Ago
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