Rabbi David Lowe wrote to Prime Minister Netanyahu that the worshipers are willing to abide by all the instructions and restrictions given in the opening outline • "The public hurts"

• Rabbi David Lowe

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  Yossi Seliger

Chief Rabbi of Israel Rabbi Lau addressed an urgent letter Tuesday to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanding that the synagogues be opened immediately. The Chief Rabbi noted in his letter the absolute backing given by him to all instructions given by the professional to prevent the spread of the Corona virus. "At the same time, it is not possible that despite all the reliefs, the synagogues will remain closed and locked."

Rabbi Lowe wrote: "The fight against the Corona virus has changed many people's lifestyles, closure and loneliness and in my opinion have created different and different perspectives on the life of us all. During the closure days, I issued light halakhic instructions on public prayer bikes in the circumstances that were created. The public, with full responsibility, complied and followed these guidelines. A return to the routine of shopping centers, restaurants, etc. and failure to respond to the synagogues causes many people to wonder. "

"From the public reactions I receive, I feel them, and realize how much it hurts them. Your people of Israel are not incorporated in any organization or organization, and therefore unfortunately their voices are not heard. Clear instructions on this matter must be issued as soon as possible to return the worshipers to the synagogues, One first. "

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According to the outline for the opening of the synagogues, presented by Minister Aryeh Deri and representatives of the synagogues, permanent worship groups with regular seating will be appointed. The chairs will be arranged so that there is at least one chair space between worshiper and worshiper. Prayers with occasional worshipers inside a closed compound will not be possible, and they will have to continue to pray outside the synagogues.



Contrary to routine, public sacred objects will not be allowed, but each person will have to bring with him an arrangement, Pentateuch, prayer shawl and tefillin. Access to public sacred objects, such as Torah scrolls, will be restricted to a limited number of worshipers. In addition, it has been determined that a thorough cleaning of the prayer houses, including handrails and handles, must be performed, and a hand-washing position and disinfectant position should be provided at each entrance to the synagogue. Worshipers will be asked to wear masks throughout the prayer and keep two meters from each other. If a Corona patient is found, worshipers must at the same time enter a two-week isolation.