From Picart's Ceremonies and Religious Customs in the Various Nations
THE SYNAGOGUE OF THE PORTUGUESE JEWS AT AMSTERDAM

Jews from Portugal who, in the latter part of the sixteenth century ^had fled from their home-
land because of persecution and taken refuge in Amsterdam, built this fine synagogue, which is
still a centre of worship. .-The lower picture commemorates its dedication in August, 1674—a
celebration that occupied eight days. Both views are reproduced from old prints.

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