Temple B'nai Jeshurun, Moorish Revival synagogue in Demopolis, Alabama.
Temple B'nai Jeshurun is a synagogue in Demopolis, Alabama, built in Moorish Revival style with a prominent domed roof located at 406 North Main Street. The building displays characteristic features of this architectural period with elaborate design elements inspired by Middle Eastern traditions.
The original wooden synagogue was founded in 1893 and was one of the oldest Jewish congregations in Alabama. In 1958, a smaller brick structure was built to replace the aging building.
The temple relied on lay leaders from the local community to conduct services, as there was no permanent rabbi on staff. Prominent citizens like Jacob Bley and Jerome Levy took on this responsibility.
The building can be viewed from the exterior and offers a clear view of the Moorish architecture and its downtown location. The area is walkable and centrally located in Demopolis.
The building has a fascinating construction history: in 1958, a new smaller structure was built inside the shell of the original building. The outer facade of the older structure was later removed, creating an unusual architectural solution.
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