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Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße
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Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße

 
 
Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
1. Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker
Inscription.  
German:
Beachtlich war die Leistung der Architekten, auf ungünstig geschnittenem Grundstück durch äußerst zweckmäßige Grundrissgestaltung für den Gottesdienst einen Raum mit 1800 Sitzplätzen zu schaffen. Damit konnte die Synagoge in der Lindenstraße vergleichsweise mehr Personen aufnehmen als andere sakrale Bauwerke zur damaligen Zeit in Berlin.

Die Anpassung an die zeitgenössischen Architekturvorstellungen dokumentierte sich auch darin, dass Bemalung im Hauptraum nur in einer Betonung der Rippen bestand und nicht mehr durch eine ornamentale Flächenmalerei über alle Wände. Nur der Ostteil zeigte orientalisierende Ornamente und Kalligraphien.

Im Gebetshaus wurde ein Ritus praktiziert, der dem der Neuen Synagoge in der Oranienburger Straße entsprach. Die Anordnung von Almemor, Toraschrein, Sängerempore und Orgel im Synagogeninnenraum entsprach den für Berlin typischen Reformvorstellungen der Liberalen.

Die Synagoge in der Lindenstraße gehörte wegen ihrer Größe, ihres raffinierten Beleuchtungssystems und der komplizierten Gewölbekonstruktion zu den beeindruckendsten jüdischen Kultbauten in Berlin.

English Translation:
The achievement of the architects was remarkable: on an unfavorably shaped plot, they created, through highly functional planning, a worship space with seating for 1,800 people. This allowed the synagogue on Lindenstraße to accommodate more people than other religious buildings in Berlin at the time.

The adaptation to contemporary architectural ideas was also evident in the decoration: painting in the main hall was limited to emphasizing the ribs rather than covering all surfaces with ornamental murals. Only the eastern section featured orientalist ornaments and calligraphy.

The form of worship practiced in the prayer hall corresponded to that of the New Synagogue on Oranienburger Straße. The arrangement of the bimah, Torah ark, choir gallery, and organ within the interior reflected the liberal reform concepts typical of Berlin.

Because of its size, sophisticated lighting system, and complex vaulted construction, the Lindenstraße synagogue was among the most impressive Jewish houses of worship in Berlin.
 
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This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. In addition, it is included in the Synagogues series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1800.
 
Location. 52° 30.525′ N, 13° 23.994′ E. Marker is in Berlin, in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. It is in Regierungsvierte. It is on Axel-Springer-Straße just south of Kommandantenstraße, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Axel-Springer-Straße 51, Berlin 10969, Germany. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Zerstörte Synagoge / Destroyed Synagogue (here, next to this marker); Außenansicht der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Exterior view of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße (here, next to this marker); Lotte Rotholz (a few steps from this marker); Siegbert Rotholz (a few steps from
Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
2. Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker
The marker is located in the middle of the three markers.
this marker); „Balanceakt“ von Stephan Balkenhol / „Balancing Act“ by Stephan Balkenhol (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Margarete Carlé (about 210 meters away); Max Neumann (about 210 meters away); Alice Carlé (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Berlin.
 
Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
3. Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker
The benches are located where the original synagogue was located.
Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
4. Innenbereich der Synagoge Lindenstraße / Interior of the Synagogue on Lindenstraße Marker
The view of the marker along the street.
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on April 20, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 19, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos:   1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 20, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
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