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Prayers at the Western Wall

One of the favorite activities for residents of Beit Tovi Ha’ir during the months of September and October is praying at the Western Wall. There is always a special atmosphere there, as Jews from all over the country come to the holiest place to pray, including many young soldiers. The residents of the house enjoy from a location close to the Old City with direct transportation lines, making the visit particularly accessible. In addition, the proximity to the vibrant Geula neighborhood allows them to experience the preparations for the holidays around them – all while knowing that they can remain calm and rely on the house’s dedicated staff, who will take care of their every need.

Gathering together to mark the occasionOctober 7th
On October 7, 2024, Beit Tovi Ha’ir held a meaningful day of study, prayer, inspiration, and singing to mark the first anniversary of the Hamas massacres and the outbreak of the War. Inspirational speeches were delivered during the day by Yehoshua Shani (pictured), whose son, Captain Uri Shani, was killed on Simchat Torah, as well as Rebbetzin Mechi Pendel from Sderot. Together with the cantor, Rabbi Mordechai Pixler, the residents participated in a joint song, which added to the emotional intensity of the event.
Visit at the National Library
residents of Beit Tovi Ha’ir enjoyed a fascinating tour of the new building of the National Library in Jerusalem, as part of our regular cultural activities. During the tour, they were exposed to the unique architectural features of the building and heard about the impressive collections of books and manuscripts.
A tour to explore Jewish music
The history of Jewish music is fascinating, and there is no better place to explore its diverse origins than the Museum of Hebrew Music in Jerusalem. Each room in the museum is decorated in a unique style that matches the musical instrument of the country it represents, and a virtual reality display allows visitors to enter the Temple and hear the Levites playing. Residents of Beit Tove Ha’ir enjoyed a guided tour of the museum and participated in an experiential activity with a drum circle.
Strengthening Our Soldiers
To mark the IDF Wounded Soldiers recognition Week, students from the Tzvia High School in Jerusalem were invited to help prepare packages for wounded soldiers. A group of students and residents then went to the rehabilitation center at Hadassah Har Htzofim Hospital to give the packages to the soldiers and strengthen their spirits.
Chanukah of Light and Joy
Residents of Beit Tovei Ha’ir enjoyed a week full of activities during the Hanukkah holiday, including a candle-making workshop, a game of bingo, several excellent musical performances, and communal candle-lighting ceremonies in the lobby, along with fresh donuts. Also, during the holiday, the Men’s Beit Midrash hosted a group of boys with Down syndrome for study in a chvartah, which ended with an emotional and happy ending. Director of Religious Services, Rabbi Ullman, described the experience as moving and meaningful for both parties: “The boys showed great respect for their elderly teachers, and the residents patiently shared with them the wisdom of their lives.”
Learn from great Torah speakers
Thanks to Beit Tovei Ha’ir’s central location in Jerusalem, residents are treated to an abundance of lectures from Torah luminaries. Leading lecturers come to lecture in Hebrew or English, and sometimes in both languages, to different groups of residents, and they always find a mixed and warmly responsive audience. This year, we hosted the author Rabbi Hanoch Teller, who spoke about his personal Meetings with Holocaust survivors, and Rabbi Israel Goldvaser, a lecturer and historian, who lectured on the Return to Zion.
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