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What is the oldest Jewish Congregation in NYC?

  1. B'nai Jeshurun

  2. Emanu-El

  3. El Shearith Israel

  4. Central Synagogue

The correct answer is: El Shearith Israel

El Shearith Israel is the correct answer because it is indeed the oldest Jewish Congregation in NYC, founded in 1654. Option A, B'nai Jeshurun, was established in 1825 and is one of the oldest Ashkenazi synagogues in NYC. Option B, Emanu-El, is a Reform Jewish congregation founded in 1845 and is famous for being one of the largest synagogues in the world. Option D, Central Synagogue, was founded in 1872 and is considered one of the oldest synagogues in continuous operation in NYC.

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