Jewish Studies. "Rediscovered: The Tobias Theodores Papers. Tobias Theodores (1808-1886) was born in Prussia. He moved to England when he was sixteen and soon began teaching languages. He was a prominent member of the Jewish Reform movement and a founding member of the Reform Synagogue in Manchester. Theodores was closely involved with many charitable causes, especially with the Manchester Jews’ School..." Rylands Library, University of Manchester. Further information.