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Kikar HaShabbatCulture

Jerusalem Mourners Connect to Rabbi's Grave in Monsey Via Telephone

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Hebrew · Sole source

Hundreds of mourners in Jerusalem connected via telephone to the holy grave of Rabbi Mordechai of Ribnitz in Monsey, USA, during a memorial feast. The unique initiative allowed attendees to pray directly at the grave site from afar. The event, led by Rabbi Shraga Feivel Meir Greenfeld, featured prayers and speeches from several prominent rabbis.

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  • Mourners in Jerusalem prayed at the grave of Rabbi Mordechai of Ribnitz in Monsey, USA, via telephone.
  • The spiritual connection occurred during a memorial feast for the Rabbi in Jerusalem.
  • Rabbi Shraga Feivel Meir Greenfeld led the memorial gathering in Jerusalem.
  • A telephone was placed on the Rabbi's grave in Monsey for direct connection.
  • The initiative allowed participants to pray for salvation from afar.

A unique spiritual event took place this week in Jerusalem during a memorial feast for Rabbi Mordechai of Ribnitz, who passed away. The gathering was led by Rabbi Shraga Feivel Meir Greenfeld, the rabbi of the 'Bnei Chaim' Ribnitz community in the Land of Israel. The highlight of the event allowed hundreds of participants to connect directly to the holy grave site in Monsey, USA. A telephone was placed open on the grave in Monsey, and during the feast in Jerusalem, attendees could connect to the line to pour out their hearts and pray for salvation.

The initiative generated immense excitement among the crowd, who utilized the special day of remembrance to offer personal, tearful prayers that crossed continents. Participants felt a palpable sense of standing at the holy grave. Speakers at the event included the Rebbes of Kretschneff Kfar Ata, Vierzitz, and Porisov, along with other prominent rabbis.

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