Samuel officiated as rabbi in Shydlow, Poland, whence he was called in September 1691 to the rabbinate of Fürth, Germany. In his new office he displayed great activity, and was the recipient of a good income; nevertheless his new surroundings were distasteful to him.
Samuel served as rabbi in Shydlow, Poland, where he was later called to Fürth, Germany in September 1691. In his new role, he showed great enthusiasm and received a good salary; however, the change of environment did not please him.