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The Windows of
Beth Ezekiel
Synagogue

Introduction
The Endurance of Faith
A Brief History
The Windows

The Windows
Shuster: Welcome
Levine: To Life
Rich: Festivals
Rabovsky: The Journey

Fromstein: Life
Fromstein/Rich: Devotion
Elie: To Life
Landy: Joseph Freiden
Gorbet/Bell: To Life
Fishman: The Sabbath
Green: Jerusalem
Van Wyck: Margalit

The Artist's Perspective
Leigh Greaves


Dedicated to the memory 
of Hyman Fromstein

Life

Sylvia, Ron and Craig Fromstein

This window is rich in symbolism, addressing Hy's Jewish faith through the central element of the Star of David. Peering through the star, we are offered a glimpse of local scenery, a representation of his great love of nature. Both the crown and the priestly hands of blessing in the top corners are references to Hy's status as a Kohein, a descendant of Aaron, who enjoyed both special privileges and responsibilities within the synagogue.

In Hy's case, one of those priestly hands should perhaps wear a golf glove, to signify his passion for the game. It wasn't uncommon for Hy to hit plastic golf balls in his clothing store, much to the delight and bemusement of his loyal customers.

His Hebrew name was Chaim; and Hy lived life to its fullest.