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Hundreds Pray for Healing of Sick Israelis at Mount Meron Gathering
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By משה ויסברג
First reported by JDN · 2 hours ago
What happened
Over 300 sick individuals, their families, and international donors gathered at Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's tomb in Meron for a prayer service led by Rabbi Elimelech Biderman. The event focused on praying for the complete recovery of the sick in Israel and worldwide, with participants reciting prayers and lighting a ceremonial fire.
- 01Hundreds prayed for the sick at Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's tomb in Meron.
- 02The event included patients, families, and international charity donors.
- 03Rabbi Elimelech Biderman led the prayer service for healing.
- 04Participants recited penitential prayers and the Thirteen Attributes of Mercy.
- 05The gathering also prayed for blessings for the event's donors.
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