The Struggle To Preserve Afghanistan’s Jewish Heritage
In the 18th and 19th centuries, Jews escaping religious persecution in Central Asia and Iran fled to Afghanistan, the only Muslim country where they could freely practice their faith.
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Passover – Celebration of Freedom from bondage
The Pass Over is first of the three main festivals of the Jewish Year. It commemorates the Exodus from Egypt and is observed for 8 days from the evening of Wednesday, the 8th April, till 15th April, this year. The festival commemorates the deliverance of Jews from Egyptian bondage and becoming a free people awakened to the determination to serve none but the One God.
Mumbai Synagogue wins UNESCO Award
Second oldest synagogue in India has been restored to its original grandeur