Ashdod Travelers guide

Ashdod | Sightseeing 166 The prayer style is comprised from the Ghez language (an ancient Semitic language spoken by various ethnic groups in Ethiopia that is also known as Classical Ethiopian) alongside the familiar Jerusalem Sephardi style. The prayers are accompanied with songs in Sephardi style, traditional songs and the pleasant song of the Kes that are members of the community. Now continue to the Or Menachem synagogue , named after the Lubavitcher Rabbi. From HaRotem street turn right and immediately left, onto Jerusalem Boulevard. Further on turn left, back onto Bnai Brith Boulevard, and continue straight, passing three of the city's Quarters, until you arrive at the southernmost point in Ashdod. After an about ten minute drive turn right onto Tel Hai street, then left on Sapir street and continue straight at the roundabout with the road, which changes its name to Avnei Choshen. The elegant exterior of the Chabad compound where the Or Menachem synagogue is located is restrained, but there is no doubt that this is some kind of palace. The huge complex, with a white stone facade and grey-blue windows, was designed by architect Gil Minster, and the interior decoration was entrusted to Keinan Architects. Although it only opened in 2017, Rabbi Menachem Amar and his wife, Rebbetzin Chana already envision an all-round Jewish center that will operate in Ashdod and beyond. It is possible to see by the great deal of attention given to every detail, be it big or small - from the velvet curtain in the designed hall to the mosaic decorating the wall at the luxurious hand washing corner. The stylish mosaic depicts the Holy Temple with a Kohen standing next to it washing his hands. "So, anyone washing their hands in front of the mosaic understands they are a link in a chain," explains Rabbi Amar. The benches at the synagogue are made from brown mahogany wood, the chandelier is bright, and the whole place shows prestige and innovation. There are new white Yarmulkes placed on the benches for anyone who wants to come inside and pray. Parking available (Free of charge) 1 Avnei HaChoshen Street To arrange a visit: Rabbanit Chana Amar, Tel- 050-681-0174 The Or Menachem Synagogue