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Jerusalem Synagogue Draws Hundreds of Young Children for Early Morning Prayers
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By כיכר השבת, חיים רוזנבוים
First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 3 hours ago
What happened
Hundreds of children, some as young as four, are attending pre-dawn Selichot prayers at Jerusalem's Shaarei Nissim synagogue. The program, initiated 25 years ago, combines prayer with treats and active participation, drawing praise from rabbinic leaders.
- 01Hundreds of young children attend pre-dawn prayers in Jerusalem.
- 02The Shaarei Nissim synagogue hosts the unique Elul tradition.
- 03Children as young as four participate in Selichot services.
- 04The program combines prayer with treats and active involvement.
- 05It has become a renowned educational model and attracts rabbis.
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