Brazil’s Jewish History Celebrated at Rio Carnival
By Marcus M. Gilban for JTA
Published on Feb 15, 2018
Brazil's Carnival parade included a tribute to the Jews of Recife who emigrated to New York and founded Shearith Israel.
Brazil's Carnival parade included a tribute to the Jews of Recife who emigrated to New York and founded Shearith Israel.
These Rimonim, modeled after the American Liberty Bell, were commissioned by the Congregation in honor of Judge Edgar J. Nathan Jr.
Beth Olam Cemetery in Ridgewood, Queens has provided for the burials of our congregation since 1851 and will continue to do so for many years to come.