New Bypass Road Eases Access to Rabbi Yitzhak Gabara Pilgrimage in Ajjur

Preparations are underway in the moshav of Ajjur for the annual pilgrimage marking the yahrzeit of Rabbi Yitzhak ben Rabbi Yitzhak Gabara, whose grave is located there. A special extended meeting was held recently at the Gershon Gamo family home in Ajjur, attended by rabbis, community leaders, and public officials, to coordinate logistics for the event starting on the 21st of Tammuz.

A major achievement announced at the meeting is the construction of a new dedicated bypass road that circumvents the village and leads directly to the holy site. This new route is expected to prevent traffic congestion, facilitate the arrival of thousands of worshippers, and minimize disruption to local residents. Additionally, a large shaded and air-conditioned prayer area has been prepared near the holy tent to accommodate the crowds comfortably. Numerous stewards will be present during the pilgrimage to guide visitors and ensure a peaceful prayer experience.

Among the participants in the planning and site inspection were prominent figures including Rabbi Aharon Gabara, head of the Heichal Shimon Yeshiva; Rabbi Aharon Tzadok of the Mahaneh community in Jerusalem; Knesset members Yonatan Mishriki and Yossi Tayeb; Deputy Mayor of Beit Shemesh Itzik Almaliach; city council members Shmuel Hazan and Moshe Yiftach; and spokesperson Rabbi Yishai Yiftach. They emphasized the uniqueness of the site, noting that unlike many gravesites, it attracts Jews from all sectors and communities year-round, with many reporting miraculous salvations.

Following the meeting, the delegation prayed at the gravesite, seeking blessings for all Israel, and toured the new bypass and facilities. The preparations aim to ensure a smooth, dignified pilgrimage during these days of mercy and salvation.