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HamalCulture

Over 150,000 Attend Penitential Prayers at Western Wall

Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba

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Hebrew · 8 newsrooms covering

Over 150,000 people attended Selichot prayers at the Western Wall in Jerusalem overnight. The event marked a significant religious observance ahead of the High Holy Days.

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  • Over 150,000 people attended Selichot prayers at the Western Wall.
  • The event took place overnight in Jerusalem.
  • Selichot prayers are penitential poems recited during the High Holy Days.
  • Security was managed for the large gathering.

More than 150,000 people gathered at the Western Wall in Jerusalem overnight for Selichot prayers, a series of penitential poems recited during the High Holy Days. The large-scale event saw worshippers participating in the traditional pre-Yom Kippur services.

The atmosphere was described as deeply spiritual, with the vast plaza in front of the holy site filled with individuals seeking spiritual reflection and atonement. Security forces were present to manage the crowds and ensure the safety of attendees during the significant religious observance.

HamalCentre · Tel Aviv

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