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Historic 'Elijah's Chair' Stolen From Damascus Synagogue Recovered in Local Antique Market
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 5 hours ago
What happened
The historic "Elijah's Chair," stolen from a Damascus synagogue decades ago, was recently found in a local antique market and returned to Jewish custody amid broader efforts to restore Jewish heritage sites in Syria.
- 01The historic 'Elijah's Chair' stolen from a Damascus synagogue was recovered in a local antique market.
- 02Joe Jajati led the recovery with help from a local Muslim antiques dealer, Moataz.
- 03The chair was handmade in 1946 and holds significant cultural and artistic value.
- 04Syrian authorities remain silent but reportedly support Jewish heritage preservation to improve their international image.
- 05Restoration work is underway at the old Jewish cemetery in Damascus, including Rabbi Nissim Nadav's grave.
- 06The cemetery renovations are funded by community groups amid heavy security due to recent arson attempts.
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