https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x Final project for RELS 101 en-us 2020-11-23 18:20:24 UTC 2023-04-19 07:50:11 UTC hello@padlet.com bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987792725 Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (KKBE) was originally founded in 1749 as Beth Elohim, making KKBE the second oldest synagogue in the United States of America. After a fire destroyed the space in 1838 the synagogue was rebuilt two years later and renamed, KKBE where it became the epicenter of Judaism in the American Southeast.  ]]> 2020-12-04 15:07:53 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987792725 bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987794731 2020-12-04 15:08:21 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987794731 bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987797312 In comparison to many other English colonies within the Americas, Charleston and the south, in general, were very welcoming to those of multiple religions. The first known Jew in Charleston appearing in 1695. but it wasn't until the 1740s that Judaism became a bustling religion within Charleston. Around this time is when there were enough Jews to form a congregation (KKBE). The Jews in Charleston were also an integral part of the American Revolution within SC, as most of them occupied King St. as merchants and all joined the same company within the militia. Most Jewish women in Charleston were independent of their husbands as well and owned their own businesses which was unusual at the time. This later was shown within KKBE and its change to a reform temple which in turn changed Judaism in Charleston. Today there are over 400 Jewish families living within downtown Charleston.]]> 2020-12-04 15:08:56 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987797312 bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987818722 Judaism is not a religion that typically has many denominations in relation to other religions such as Christianity but there are two main sects; Orthodox and Reform Judaism is fundamentally different in the ways in which they each approach the Torah. In Orthodox Judaism, the Torah has been written essentially directly by God and its word is very explicit in its meanings whereas in Reform Judaism the Torah is up for more interpretation by Rabbis and the followers of Judaism. Women and men are also no longer separated in religious services in Reform as they are in Orthodox.]]> 2020-12-04 15:13:34 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987818722 bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987821481 - The countries second oldest synagogue still in use. 
- Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim translates to Holy Congregation House of God. ]]> 2020-12-04 15:14:11 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987821481 bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987824011 2020-12-04 15:14:42 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/987824011 bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/995547195 2020-12-07 19:01:25 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/995547195 bodiek https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/995738831 KKBE is actually the first house of worship in Charleston that was constructed in the popular for the time, greek revival style, after the Great Charleston Fire 1838. This style is best known for its temple like facade that dates back to the ancient greeks and romans. Is it possible that this temple-like structure influences the space as sacred when viewed in the context of sacred spaces in ancient times?]]> 2020-12-07 19:41:25 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/995738831 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/995973591 KKBE was built on the charred remains of the Georgian synagogue that was decimated by the 1838 Charleston Fire. 
The building of KKBE was constructed by David Lopez, a member of the synagogue, and two trained artisan slaves.  KKBE has undergone massive renovations since its initial construction in 1840. Renovations were ordered by the members of the congregation and include the installment of stained glass windows from leftover debris from the Charleston Earthquake of 1886 and the installation of family pews in 1879. (KKBE. Our History.)]]> 2020-12-07 20:40:01 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/995973591 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/996049689 Members of KKBE, those with ancestral and family ties to the congregation, and those with family members buried in the cemetery are those who are considered insiders. 
This has changed over time as KKBE has stated that they are a cultivating community in which they “seek to be an inclusive community for all individuals who wish to make KKBE their spiritual home.” (KKBE's Mission. Cultivating Community)]]> 2020-12-07 21:02:57 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/996049689 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/996063622 Some practices, beliefs, and ceremonies practiced within KKBE include sermons given by the rabbi, Shabbat, and Hanukkah. The KKBE website states, "In our magnificent sanctuary and throughout our beautiful campus, we strive to encourage a lifelong love of Jewish learning, pride in our Jewish heritage, and commitment to a strong Jewish future." through KKBE's rituals, beliefs, and practices. 
This fits tradition more broadly as Reformed Judaism had to rise from something, adapting, and amending rituals, beliefs, and practices along the way.]]> 2020-12-07 21:07:30 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/996063622 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/996075389 KKBE engages local institutions and networks in different ways. For example, KKBE engages college students within KKBE's religion and history by offering tours to them free of cost. 
KKBE influences local surrounds by allowing the followers of reformed Judaism a place to worship freely and gracefully. KKBE also influences other synagogues and congregations in Charleston and in surrounding areas.]]> 2020-12-07 21:11:32 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/996075389 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/999348734 KKBE may be seen as just another church within the Holy City of Charleston by outsiders as they may not know the depth of history that has occurred at this space. This has changed throughout time as the congregation has changed throughout time. The congregation boasts a sense of welcomeness and inclusivity within their congregation.]]> 2020-12-08 18:09:15 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/999348734 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/999404696
Gruber, Samuel D., et al. Edited by Harlan Greene et al., The Life of the Synagogue, WILLIAM A. ROSENTHALL JUDAICA COLLECTION, lifeofthesynagogue.library.cofc.edu/.

KKBE. “Our History.” Our History - Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, KAHAL KADOSH BETH ELOHIM, www.kkbe.org/ourhistory.

National Park Service. “Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue (U.S. National Park Service).” National Parks Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, 17 May 2019, www.nps.gov/places/kahal-kadosh-beth-elohim-synagogue.htm.

Waddell, Gene. “An Architectural History of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, Charleston.” College of Charleston Libraries Off-Campus Access, 1997, www-jstor-org.nuncio.cofc.edu/stable/27570200?sid=primo. 

]]> 2020-12-08 18:19:57 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/999404696 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000904474 This photo depicts the family pews that were installed in 1879 which have since undergone renovation to upkeep with time.]]> 2020-12-09 04:09:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000904474 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000907939 This photo depicts the stained glass windows inside of KKBE which were made out of glass debris from the Charleston Earthquake of 1886. This adds lots of ~ flavor ~ to the building as stained glass is incredibly beautiful.]]> 2020-12-09 04:12:24 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000907939 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000913338 The KKBE cemetery located on Coming St. is one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in the South. The cemetery is home to about "800" lost souls and allows for ancestors to come visit with passed loved ones. (KKBE Pocket Hand Guide)]]> 2020-12-09 04:16:13 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000913338 scottji1 https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000922900 The photo below shows the outside architecture and landscape of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim]]> 2020-12-09 04:22:15 UTC https://padlet.com/bodiek/ihovkhustfvplb4x/wish/1000922900