We’re in the Hebrew month of Tevet, whose Zodiac sign is the Goat — or Gedi — AKA Capricorn. The representation of the Zodiac was a fairly common feature of the painted decoration of synagogues in parts of Eastern Europe … continue reading →
We wish all our readers a Happy Hanukkah! In these difficult times, the spirit of Light is needed even more — so, like last year, we want to celebrate Light. Here are some images of Light and Lights in and … continue reading →
The City of London has once again refused plans for a towering office block that would have overshadowed historic Bevis Marks synagogue. In a vote last week, the City of London Planning Committee voted 14 to eight against approving the … continue reading →
The former synagogue in Barczewo has been officially inaugurated as a multi-purpose district cultural center following the completion this past summer of the more than €500,000 first phase of its renovation. A concert highlighted an official inaugural event December 10, … continue reading →
Italy’s President Sergio Mattarella joined Jewish leaders, other civic and government officials, Holocaust survivors, and local Jews as guest of honor at a crowded ceremony December 5 celebrating the 120th anniversary of the Tempio Maggiore — the grand Great Synagogue … continue reading →
