HENRY COHEN: MESSENGER OF THE LORD. A TRIBUTE TO THE MEMORY OF ITS BELOVED RABBI…BY CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL OF GALVESTON [Hardcover] A. Stanley Dreyfus

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1963 Bloch Publishing edition. Hardcover has some shelf wear. Dust jacket has some wear and tear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This tribute to Rabbi Henry Cohen, published by Congregation B’nai Israel of Galveston, Texas, offers a rare glimpse into the life and legacy of a pioneering spiritual leader in the American Southwest. Cohen, who served as the congregation’s rabbi from 1888 to 1952, was a driving force in establishing a vibrant Jewish community in Galveston, a port city that welcomed many immigrants in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Beyond his local impact, Cohen’s advocacy for social justice and his efforts to bridge cultural divides made him a respected figure in the broader Reform Judaism movement. This volume, compiled by A. Stanley Dreyfus, includes firsthand accounts and remembrances from those who knew Cohen, shedding light on his warmth, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to his faith and community. For collectors of Judaica and Texas history, this book offers a treasured record of a pivotal figure who helped shape the religious and cultural landscape of the Lone Star State.