Thousands Attend Second Hakafot Ceremony at Western Wall
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
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- Ten thousand people attended the second Hakafot at the Western Wall.
- The ceremony expressed gratitude for miracles during Sukkot.
- Over one million people visited the Western Wall during Sukkot.
- The event fostered unity and joy among participants.
Approximately ten thousand people from various communities and backgrounds gathered at the Western Wall Plaza on Saturday night for the second Hakafot ceremony. The event, which included the Rabbi of the Western Wall and Holy Sites, Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz, and security forces personnel, was dedicated to expressing gratitude for miracles and kindnesses experienced during the Sukkot holiday, particularly referencing a flight from Dubai to Israel. Attendees participated in dancing and songs of thanksgiving.
The Western Wall Heritage Foundation reported significant success in its Sukkot holiday operations, noting that over one million worshippers and visitors passed through the Western Wall Plaza and its tunnels throughout the holiday. This figure reflects the traditional pilgrimage to the Temple Mount. Large crowds also participated in the traditional Priestly Blessing ceremonies and Hakafot, fostering an atmosphere of joy and unity among all segments of the Israeli population.
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