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Ongoing Story· Day 8

Hasidic Rebbes Lead Holiday Celebrations Across Israel

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Jerusalem Celebrates Sukkot With Rabbi Meilich's Joyous Gathering

Translated & summarized from JDN by baba

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Hebrew · Sole source

Originalשלהבת של קדושה: שעות של התעלות בשמחת בית השואבה של ר' מיילך בירושלים • וידאו וגלריה

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  • Jerusalem hosted a "Simchat Beit HaShoeva" celebration led by Rabbi Meilich.
  • The event occurred on October 4, 2026, during the Sukkot holiday.
  • Celebrations were marked by spiritual elevation and joy.
  • Large crowds attended the festivities in Jerusalem.
Jerusalem Celebrates Sukkot With Rabbi Meilich's Joyous Gathering
Editorial illustration generated by baba News — not a photograph of the event.

Jerusalem hosted a vibrant "Simchat Beit HaShoeva" (Rejoicing of the Water-Drawing Ceremony) event led by Rabbi Meilich, drawing large crowds on the evening of October 4, 2026. The celebration, held during the Sukkot holiday, was described as a period of spiritual elevation and intense joy.

The event took place in Jerusalem and featured hours of ecstatic celebration, reflecting the traditional observances of the holiday. Attendees experienced a profound sense of spiritual upliftment during the festivities.

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