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Thousands Attend Central Selichot Prayer at Western Wall with Israeli Hostage Survivors
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Aug 23, 2026
What happened
Thousands gathered at Jerusalem's Western Wall for the central Selichot prayer, featuring a special thanksgiving with Israeli hostage survivors. The event included prayers for soldiers, unity, and peace, and is part of annual Selichot observances during Elul.
- 01Thousands attended the central Selichot prayer at the Western Wall in Jerusalem Saturday night.
- 02Israeli hostage survivors joined Rabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch in a special thanksgiving prayer.
- 03The event included prayers for IDF soldiers, security forces, national unity, and peace.
- 04The gathering is part of annual Selichot events held throughout the month of Elul.
- 05The next central Selichot prayer at the Western Wall is set for August 27 at 12:15 a.m.
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SrugimRight · HebrewAug 23, 2026
Thousands Attend Central Selichot Prayer at Western Wall with Israeli Hostage Survivors
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