The Temple, Atlanta

The Temple, previously known as the Hebrew Benevolent Congregation, is a historic and prominent synagogue constructed in 1931 and designed by architect Philip Trammell Shutze in a Neoclassical style, featuring a recognizable dome and intricate detailing. The exterior is made of Indiana limestone and the interior is adorned with marble, brass, and stained glass.

The Temple has played a significant role in the civil rights movement. In 1958, its rabbi, Jacob Rothschild, was an outspoken supporter of integration and was heavily involved in the movement. The Temple was bombed in 1958 by members of the Ku Klux Klan in response to Rothschild's activism. The bombing caused significant damage to the building, but no one was hurt. Despite the attack, the congregation continued to fight for civil rights, with Rothschild even inviting Martin Luther King Jr. to speak at the Temple in 1964.

The building's exterior features intricate stonework, domes, and towers, while the interior is adorned with ornate decorations, stained glass windows, and a massive pipe organ. The sanctuary, which can accommodate up to 1,500 people, has a unique design that allows for natural light to flood the space through skylights and stained glass.

Today, The Temple is recognized as a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.