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Singer Odeya Azulay Donates Torah Scroll in Emotional Ceremony in Rishon Lezion
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Aug 13, 2026
What happened
Israeli singer Odeya Azulay dedicated a Torah scroll to her local synagogue in Rishon Lezion during a ceremony attended by family, friends, and notable figures including Rabbi Yigal Cohen and Sharon Adam. The event marked the start of the Jewish month of Elul and featured blessings and emotional speeches.
- 01Odeya Azulay donated a Torah scroll to her neighborhood synagogue in Rishon Lezion.
- 02The ceremony took place at her home and coincided with the start of the month of Elul.
- 03Rabbi Yigal Cohen wrote a letter in the Torah and blessed Azulay warmly.
- 04Notable guests included singer Ben Tzur and Sharon Adam, mother of Omer Adam.
- 05Azulay shared the event on social media, highlighting its spiritual significance.
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