Salomon Formstecher, in English also Solomon, (1808–1889) was a German reform rabbi and student of Jewish theology.After graduating (Ph.D. 1831) from the Giessen University, he settled in his native city as preacher, succeeding Rabbi Metz in 1842; he filled this office until his death on 24 April 1889.During his long ministry he strove to harmonize the religious and social life of the Jews with the requirements of modern civilization.The author endeavors to demonstrate that Judaism was a necessary manifestation, and that its evolution tends in the direction of a universal religion for civilized mankind.Formstecher concludes his work with a history of Judaism which is a valuable contribution to Jewish religious philosophy.
