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0404Culture

Ariel Celebrates Simchat Torah Amidst Remembrance of War

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Hebrew · Sole source

Originalשמחה לצד זיכרון: מאות השתתפו בהקפות שמחת תורה באריאל

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  • Hundreds gathered in Ariel for the Simchat Torah Hakafot ceremony.
  • The event blended holiday celebration with remembrance of the "Swords of Iron" war.
  • Mayor Yair Shabon and former Mayor Eli Shviro attended.
  • The celebration emphasized community strength and resilience.
  • The event was organized by Gvanim Ariel and the Religious Council.

Hundreds of residents, families, and children gathered in Ariel for the traditional Hakafot Simchat Torah ceremony, marking the end of the holiday season. The event, which included dancing and celebration, was attended by Mayor Yair Shabon, former Mayor Eli Shviro, city council members, public representatives, and local authority management.

This year's celebration was notably tinged with remembrance and sorrow, commemorating three years since the outbreak of the "Swords of Iron" war. City leadership emphasized that on this emotionally charged evening, the shared dancing, community gathering, and choice of life demonstrated the strength and resilience of the people and the Ariel community.

The event was organized by the municipal company "Gvanim Ariel" in cooperation with the Religious Council. The municipality expressed gratitude to the organizing teams and all participants for joining in the closing of the holidays with a sense of unity, partnership, and hope.

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