Chief Rabbi of the Netherlands Inspires Jewish Youth During Visit to Cyprus
On Friday, the Jewish community in Cyprus received a special and highly anticipated visit from Rabbi Binyamin Jacobs, Chief Rabbi of the Netherlands and member of the Presidium of the European Rabbinical Center. The visit was joined by local educators and included the participation of Cyprus’ Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Aryeh Zev Raskin • Read More
The visit comes amid the remarkable growth of Cyprus’ Jewish community, now numbering approximately 17,000 members, including immigrants from Ukraine, Russia, and Israeli families who have moved to the island.
During his visit, Rabbi Jacobs focused on issues of Jewish identity, education, and strengthening the community’s connection to Jewish tradition. He met with young members of the community, engaging them in discussions about values, belonging, and Jewish identity, and praised the vibrant and expanding activities taking place locally. He encouraged the youth to see themselves as ambassadors of the Jewish people, even beyond their national borders.
The visit was part of the ongoing work of the European Rabbinical Center, led by prominent Rabbonim who tirelessly support Jewish communities across the continent, providing spiritual and educational guidance.
At the conclusion of his visit, Rabbi Jacobs addressed the young community members, sharing insights from his many years of working with Jewish youth throughout Europe. He emphasized both the responsibility and privilege of belonging to the Jewish people, and the power they hold to preserve and transmit their heritage to the next generation.
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