Western Wall

World leaders, celebrities wish Holocaust survivors ‘Happy Hanukkah’

The live broadcast will feature the candle lighting at the Western Wall where around 100 Holocaust survivors will participate.

Simchat Torah at the Kotel (Western Wall), Jerusalem, October 2018.

Torah scrolls to be written at Western Wall, dedicated Gaza hostages, fallen soldiers

Special prayers will also be held in the complex for the swift return of hostages and the health and safety of those suffering and serving the nation.

Kids to fly kites for hostages at Western Wall

All children are invited to come to the Western Wall and fly their kites.

WATCH: Thousands pray at Western Wall for Israelis kidnapped in Gaza

The prayer service will also seek divine blessings for the IDF and the dedicated Israeli security personnel during Operation Swords of Iron.

Prayers and psalms recited at Western Wall for soldiers, captives held by Hamas

On Sunday morning, a large sign was hung up next to the Western Wall with the "Mi Shebeirach" prayer for the IDF soldiers and members of the Israeli security forces.

WATCH: Historic reenactment of Levite choir resounds near Temple Mount

The Levites echoed songs from the Psalms, reminiscent of those sung during the Sukkot holiday in ancient times.

03/10/2023

Why is one of Judaism's holiest sites not accessible yet?

Despite decades of advocacy and significant donations, the bureaucratic hurdles have prevented the realization of a simple solution to make this holy site accessible to all.

03/10/2023

WATCH: Over 50,000 Jewish worshipers gather for Birkat Kohanim at Western Wall

The tradition of conducting a mass event for the blessing has been a highlight of the week-long Sukkot and Passover holidays.

WATCH: Yom Kippur services at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old City

In honor of the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, The Jerusalem Post is sharing this livestream of the Western Wall in the Old City to watch the Yom Kippur prayers held at the site.

WATCH: Tens of thousands at Western Wall for final Slihot before Yom Kippur

Over two million people took part in Slihot services at the Western Wall this year.

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