More than 50,000 worshippers participated last night in the central Selichot service at the Western Wall Plaza, with prayers also broadcast on giant screens and the walls of Jaffa Gate. The evening carried special emotion with the presence of hostage survivor Emily Damari, who endured 471 days in Hamas captivity. She shared: “In the midst of darkness and isolation, I had one moment of light… I managed to hear Selichot from the Kotel. It gave me strength. It gave me hope.” Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz

Every year, on the eve of Yom Kippur, thousands gather at the Kotel for Selichot - prayers that prepare us spiritually for the holiest day of the Jewish year. This year, freed hostages Agam Berger, Karina Ariev, and Na’ama Levy were among the crowd - living symbols of resilience and hope. As we enter Yom Kippur, may their prayers, and ours, bring healing, unity, and peace. ✡️🌙 Video: @Ostrov_A / X | AIJAC - Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council

🎶 Selichot At The Western Wall Before Rosh Hashanah Jews around the world begin saying special Selichot prayers. Sephardim begin at the start of the month of Elul. Ashkenazim began after Shabbat this week. In Israel, countless people join services at the Kotel, the Western Wall, as they ask for a sweet new year. | Chabad.org

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35K views · 537 reactions | "We have sinned before You...have compassion on us." The month of Elul is a time for soul-searching, seeking forgiveness, and forgiving. Watch and share. Join us for selichot services (penitential prayers) at the Western Wall Plaza, and selichot tours in the Old City. For more information, visit us at https://thekotel.org/en/ | Western Wall Heritage Foundation | Facebook

Over thirty five-thousand people came all along the night to say selichot (Penitential Prayers) at the Western Wall Plaza. Another central selichot service will take place this Saturday night at 12:15am (Israel time) accompanied by a cantor and with amplification for the general public. The additional services are meant to spread the crowds and allow as many people as possible to safely attend selichot throughout the High Holiday season. The selichot services will be broadcast live on the Wester