Synagogue
Preserving an ancient mosaic: Israeli specialists gather to conserve 1,500-year-old synagogue floor
Beit Alfa’s ancient synagogue was built during the Byzantine period, at the end of the fifth century CE, approximately 1,500 years ago. The mosaic floor was discovered in 1928.
Dutch mayor intervenes after museum cancels 300-year Jewish heritage exhibition - report
The enduring Jewish story of Bulgaria
Canadian police officer wounded while stopping gunman outside synagogue released from hospital
Historic Polish synagogue acquired through tender, to be restored after years of neglect
A historic synagogue in Trzebinia, Poland, has been acquired through an international Jewish heritage initiative, with plans to restore the building and establish a museum.
Discovering Sofia: Jewish Heritage, Cosmonauts, Hilton & Matchday Magic
The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 142
‘I wanna blow up a synagogue’: Online posts lead to hate crime charge against Utah man
The FBI and the Ogden City Police Department searched Skyler AJ Rose's home and allegedly found six pipe bombs, two rifles, and ammunition.
'The future of Hungarian Jewry’: Budapest opens synagogue run entirely by teens
The officer holders, board leaders, and event organizers are all local teens. The “oldest” regular worshiper at the sanctuary is youth community emissary Rabbi Tzami Bassman, who is in his early 30s.
Tunisia increases prison sentences for defendants in deadly 2023 Djerba synagogue attack - report
A Tunisian appeals court increased prison sentences for defendants linked to the 2023 attack on Djerba’s historic Ghriba synagogue, which killed five people, including two Jewish visitors.
Paris synagogue, several Jewish-affiliated sites vandalized on weekend, antisemitic motive unlikely
Amid reports of incidents targeting Jewish sites in France, the SPCJ urged the Jewish community to exercise caution, avoid spreading unverified claims of antisemitism, and rely on official updates.
In a London synagogue, a Jewish David stands up to the Green Party’s Goliath - opinion
As Elie Wiesel said in his oft-repeated guidance: “Stand up, do not stay quiet. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.”
Several Petah Tikva synagogues refuse to host Smotrich, cite objections to politics during services
Some congregants argued that withdrawing the invitation after it had already been extended and publicly announced would be inappropriate, particularly since the synagogue had hosted other speakers.
Jerusalem opens its doors: Free Open House tours this month
For six days in October, private homes, unique buildings, and sites usually kept behind closed doors will open to the public as part of the Open House festival.
Goyim Defense League flyers found at synagogue, B'nai Brith Canada call for investigation
The discovery followed a shooting at the synagogue on Yom Kippur, when a gunman opened fire on a police officer stationed outside as worshippers gathered.
