Larnaca Synagogue
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Great Synagogue of Cyprus | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Orthodox Judaism |
Leadership | Rabbi Arie Zeev Raskin |
Status | Active |
Location | |
Location | Larnaca, Cyprus |
Geographic coordinates | 34°54′46″N 33°37′47″E / 34.912787°N 33.629853°E |
Architecture | |
Completed | 2005 |
Great Synagogue of Cyprus, also known as "Cyprus Central Synagogue" is the biggest and oldest of 5 synagogues in Cyprus. Located in Larnaca, it was inaugurated on 12 September 2003.
Overview[edit]
The synagogue is affiliated with the Orthodox denomination, but welcomes Jews from other denominations and visitors of all backgrounds. Until its opening, Cyprus was the only EU nation without a synagogue. Chief Rabbi of Israel Yona Metzger told a crowd at the inauguration ceremony, "This is a historic event for Cyprus. We are very happy Cyprus is open to all religions."[1] Cypriot Education Minister Pefkios Georgiades said, "Cyprus is a state where all religions are tolerated and we welcome the Jewish synagogue." The ceremony included the inauguration of a Torah scroll and the laying of the cornerstone for a mikveh. There is also a Jewish cemetery.[2]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ ""Mazal tov! Cyprus gets first synagogue"". Haaretz. September 13, 2005. Retrieved 2017-10-10.
- ^ Cyprus Jewish Cemetery
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