Thousands Attend Priestly Blessing Ceremony at Western Wall
Tens of thousands of worshippers gathered at the Western Wall plaza on Monday for the first Priestly Blessing ceremony of the intermediate days of Sukkot. The event, a traditional prayer recited by Kohanim (descendants of the priestly class) for the assembled congregation, drew a large crowd.
Among those present was Bar Kupferstein, a survivor of captivity, and Defense Minister Israel Katz. The ceremony is a significant religious event, particularly during the Jewish festivals, drawing large numbers of Israelis and tourists to the holy site.
The Priestly Blessing, known as Birkat Kohanim, is performed twice a year during the festivals of Passover and Sukkot. It is a deeply spiritual moment for many, with participants seeking divine blessings for health, prosperity, and peace.
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