Religious News Service Photographs

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Conceived by journalist Louis Minsky (1909-1957), Religious News Service (RNS) was established in 1934 as an affiliated but independently managed agency of the National Conference of Jews and Christians (later the National Conference of Christians and Jews), and was dedicated to providing authoritative and bias-free news about religion and ethics to both the secular and religious press. This collection contains photographs documenting Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, and Jewish groups. Coverage of Protestants (especially mainline Protestants) and Catholics constitutes the bulk of the images. View the collection guide to learn more. Digitization of some of the images in this collection made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Featured image: Father James Groppi, the civil rights activist priest from Milwaukee, and militant leader Rennie Davis are taken into custody during an anti war demonstration a block from the White House.

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Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Rabbi de Sola Pool with wedding.
Creator:
Haller, Ben, 1919- (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Weddings--New York (State)--New York., Marriage service--New York (State)--New York., Marriage service (Judaism), Jewish marriage customs and rites--New York (State)--New York., Marriage celebrants--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358649
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1825 Rabbi David de Sola Pool of Shearith Israel Congregation in New York, talks over community problems with members of his synagogue. In most Jewish centers, it is customary for the rabbi to meet regularly with representatives of his congregation. The rabbi also attends other types of gatherings in which community leaders and others meet for informal exchanges of views on matters of especial interest to the Jewish community. Women often make up a majority of the attendance at these meetings. (No. 8 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Women in Judaism--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358648
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1824 Among the post-war responsibilities of the synagogue is the reception - and care, if necessary - of discharged Jewish veterans. Rabbi David de Sola Pool of Shearith Israel Congregation in New York is shown greeting a soldier newly back from service in the China-Burma-India theater. Some Jewish servicemen have shown a desire to study for the rabbinate, and others have displayed greater interest in religion, as a result of their experiences overseas. Shearith Israel gave 163 young men to the army, navy and other services, as indicated by its service flag. Three were killed in active service. (No. 7 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., World War, 1939-1945--Veterans--New York (State)--New York., Jewish veterans--New York (State)--New York., Veterans--New York (State)--New York., World War, 1939-1945--Participation, Jewish.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358647
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1823 Teaching Jewish ceremonies and customs is part of the regular curriculum of religious schools conducted by rabbis. Training of youth in moral principles is one of the most important duties of the rabbi. Rabbi David de Sola Pool, of Shearith Israel Congregation, New York, is shown facing a responsive audience as he expounds on teachings of the sacred Torah. The Hebrew inscription on the blackboard reads; “Say Little and Do Much” - a Talmudic injunction. Religious schools are held four times a week and on Sundays, and pupils range in age from 6 to 16. On his 13th birthday, a Jewish boy becomes a “Bar Mitzvah” (a son of the commandment), which binds him to perform the precepts of his religion. (No. 5 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Religious education--New York (State)--New York., Jewish religious education--New York (State)--New York., Jewish religious schools--New York (State)--New York., Talmud Torah (Judaism), Religious education of children--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358646
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1803 Answering correspondence, arranging schedules, receiving callers take up much of the rabbi’s morning hours. In this photo, Dr. David de Sola Pool, of Shearith Israel Synagogue, New York, is shown using an ediphone as he catches up with his mail, which ranges from 30 to 60 letters a day. In addition to his regular duties in the synagogue, the rabbi is often invited to serve on community committees and to lend his active support to educational and philanthropic enterprises. (No. 4 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Dictating machines--New York (State)--New York., Dictation (Office practice)
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358640
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1802 A break in the day’s round of duties. Here Dr. David de Sola Pool, Rabbi of Shearith Israel, New York’s oldest Jewish congregation, relaxes over a cup of tea with Mrs. Pool after a busy morning. In addition to holding three synagogue services daily, visiting sick members of his community, teaching in the religious school, preparing sermons and handling correspondence, the rabbi must also find time for community activities of varied kinds. Often working seven days a week, from early morning until late at night, he welcomes the odd moments when he can recuperate his energy and strength. (No. 9 and last of series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970., Pool, Tamar de Sola, 1893-1981.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis' spouses--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358639
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1801 In some 4,000 synagogues and meeting places American Jews maintain the traditions and practices of their ancient faith. Shown here is Dr. David de Sola Pool, rabbi of Congregation Shearith Israel in New York, as he preaches at Sabbath services. Overhead hangs the Perpetual Lamp found in all synagogues, while behind the pulpit (“bema”) stand the carved doors of the Ark where the sacred scrolls of the Law - most precious possession of every Jewish temple - are preserved. The scrolls are taken out at intervals to be read aloud. (No. 2 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Synagogues--New York (State)--New York., Synagogue architecture--New York (State)--New York., Bemas (Architecture)--New York (State)--New York., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358638
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1800 Seated in his study, Dr. David de Sola Pool, rabbi of Congregation Shearith Israel in New York City, devotes part of his day to reading the ancient Hebrew Talmud, which Jews rank next to the Bible in importance. Study of the Talmud, compendium of Jewish law and teaching, is considered by Orthodox to be the most important duty in Judaism, because it leads to proper living and action. The rabbi is primarily a scholar and teacher rather than a minister and his main duty is to guide and instruct. Dr. Pool wears a ring which bears the crest of the Sola family of Portugal, which dates back to the ninth century, and of which he is a descendant. (No. 3 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Talmud torah (Judaism), Jewish learning and scholarship--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358637

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