Synagogue Destroyed by Missile Attack Rebuilt in Beit Shemesh

A synagogue in Beit Shemesh, Tiferet Israel, which was completely destroyed by a missile strike that killed nine residents, has been rebuilt and inaugurated. The rededication ceremony took place on Wednesday, just 48 hours before the start of the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, following an intensive reconstruction effort. The event was attended by Mayor Shmuel Greenberg, Deputy Mayor Moshe Shitrit, Deputy Mayor Nati Gabai, council members, the city manager, bereaved families, and synagogue officials involved in the rebuilding. During the ceremony, a mezuzah was affixed to the entrance, and the Mincha prayer was held. The mezuzah was placed by Zion Revach, the father of Gabriel Revach, one of the victims who perished in the attack. Revach was personally involved in the synagogue's restoration, working with the municipality to expedite the completion of construction, installation of furnishings, and placement of the Holy Ark, aiming to resume services as quickly as possible. The reconstruction was a collaborative effort involving the bereaved families, synagogue trustees, the Beit Shemesh municipality, and professional city staff, all working to ensure the synagogue was ready for the New Year. Mayor Greenberg stated, "A few weeks ago, we promised that the synagogue would be ready for Rosh Hashanah, and today, 48 hours before the holiday, we have completed the mission. The rebuilding of the synagogue is proof that no one will break us. No one will break the Jewish people." He thanked various officials and individuals for their personal commitment to the project.