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Thousands Gather for Holiday Closing Ceremony in Jerusalem
The story · English
Thousands of Hasidic Jews gathered in Jerusalem on Thursday, September 16, 2026, for the closing ceremony of the Sukkot holiday at the Sanz-Klausenburg Hasidic dynasty's central synagogue. The event, held at the synagogue in the Gilo neighborhood of Jerusalem, marked the culmination of the week-long festival.
Attendees participated in traditional prayers and songs, celebrating the holiday's conclusion. The Sanz-Klausenburg dynasty is one of the prominent Hasidic groups with a significant following in Israel and abroad. The ceremony is an annual event, drawing followers from various communities to unite in prayer and celebration.