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Photographer Captures Overnight Vigil at Holy Ari Shrine in Safed
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 20 hours ago
What happened
Photographer Yossi Levi documented the overnight Hilula celebration at the tomb of the Ari HaKadosh in Safed, capturing the spiritual event honoring Rabbi Isaac Luria.
- 01Photographer Yossi Levi spent a night at the Ari HaKadosh tomb in Safed capturing the Hilula celebration.
- 02The event honors Rabbi Isaac Luria, a key figure in Jewish mysticism and Kabbalah.
- 03Levi's photo gallery depicts the rituals and pilgrims participating in the nighttime gathering.
- 04The Hilula is an annual religious event attracting local and international visitors.
- 05Safed remains a central hub for Jewish mystical tradition and pilgrimage.
- 06Levi's images offer a unique visual record of the spiritual atmosphere during the celebration.
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