Thousands Pray at Joseph's Tomb in Nablus Ahead of Rosh Hashanah

On the night of Wednesday, thousands of worshippers entered the Joseph's Tomb compound in Nablus for a special prayer session ahead of Rosh Hashanah, during the month of mercy and forgiveness. Among the attendees was a large group of women from the Samaria region, who prayed for Israel's security, the safety of IDF soldiers, and the return of hostages. The entry was organized by the Samaria Regional Council with assistance from volunteers of the Joseph's Tomb and Holy Sites Administration, accompanied by IDF forces and the Samaria Brigade.

Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, emphasized the deep and eternal connection of the Jewish people to the site, stating, "Especially in the days before Rosh Hashanah, thousands come to Joseph the Righteous, proving the living bond of the people of Israel to this place." Dagan called for broader access to the site beyond the current nighttime entries, asserting that Joseph's Tomb is a sacred place for the Jewish people and access should not be limited to night hours only. He expressed gratitude to the IDF soldiers and all involved and pledged to continue efforts until full and permanent access is restored, including establishing a permanent presence with an Israeli flag at the site.

Dagan also thanked the security forces and professionals who facilitated the entry, including Samaria Brigade Commander David Cohen, Samaria Civil Administration Officer Israel Rosenfeld, Border Police units, and volunteers from the Joseph's Tomb Administration. The prayer event was held under the protection of security forces as part of the month of mercy and forgiveness leading up to the Jewish New Year.