Temple Beth-El (Casablanca)
| Beth-El Synagogue | |
|---|---|
 The synagogue interior, in 2017 | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Orthodox Judaism |
| Rite | Nusach Sefard |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Synagogue |
| Leadership | Rabbi J. Azuelos |
| Status | Active |
| Notable artworks | Marc Chagall-inspired stained glass windows |
| Location | |
| Location | 67, Rue Jaber ben Hayane (ex. Verlet Hanus), Sidi Belyout, Casablanca |
| Country | Morocco |
  Location of the synagogue in Greater Casablanca | |
| Geographic coordinates | 33°35′48.54″N 7°37′46.74″W / 33.5968167°N 7.6296500°W |
| Capacity | 500 worshippers |
The Temple Beth-El (Hebrew: בית הכנסת בית־אל, romanized: Béit hak'néset Bēṯ-ʾEl, lit. 'Synagogue of the House of God'; Arabic: معبد بيت إيل, romanized: Maʿbad bayt ʾĪl, lit. 'Temple of the House of El') is an Orthodox Jewish congregation and synagogue, located at 67 Rue Jaber ben Hayane, in the Sidi Belyout district of Casablanca, Morocco.
Overview
[edit]While Casablanca has more than 30 synagogues,[1][2][a] Beth-El is often considered the center piece of a once vibrant Jewish community. Its Marc Chagall-inspired stained glass windows[4] and other artistic elements, attract tourists to the synagogue.[5][6] The temple was completely refurbished in 1997.[7]
See also
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- History of the Jews in Morocco
- List of synagogues in Morocco
- Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto, the Chief Rabbi of Morocco
Notes
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Erlich, Mark (2009). Encyclopedia of the Jewish Diaspora: Origins, Experiences, and Culture. Vol. 1. ABC-CLIO. p. 485.
- ^ Karber, Phil (2012). Fear and Faith in Paradise. Rowman & Littlefield. p. 269.
- ^ Barnett, Sue (March 6, 2020). "After mass exodus, Morocco celebrates its Jewish heritage". The Jewish News of Northern California. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
- ^ Harroch, Meyer (March 8, 2023). "Exploring Casablanca's Jewish Heritage". Times of Israel. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
- ^ Idrissi, Khaoula (October 9, 2019). "Beth-El… an architectural jewel". Morocco Jewish Times. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
- ^ "Casablanca Jewish Heritage". Morocco Friendly Travel. 2024. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
- ^ Howe, Marvin (2005). Morocco: The Islamist Awakening and Other Challenges. Oxford University Press. p. 185.
External links
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- "Morocco-Casablanca Beth-El Synagogue names found on memorial walls". Institute of Jewish Experience. American Sephardi Federation. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
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