Jewish Center in Transdniestria
We operate:
- Hesed — a charity and cultural center.
- Synagogue — a meeting place for the religious part of the Jewish community.
- Community — dealing with issues of Jewish identity, maintenance of memorials, burial sites, and community issues.
Our goals:
- Preservation of the cultural and religious traditions of the Jewish people.
- Development of interethnic relations in the spirit of friendship.
- Strengthening cultural ties and cooperation with other countries.
- Providing charitable assistance and services to people in need.
Jewish communities Transdniestria
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Preserving traditions
We pay great attention to the traditions and customs of the Jewish people and consider it important to preserve history, passing it on to future generations. The doors of our synagogue are always open, and on holidays and memorable dates we strive to gather together in our common Jewish Center.
Shabbat: 24 Cheshvan 5786
On Friday, November 14, 2025
Candle lighting at 4:10 PM
Shabbat ends at 5:16 PM
Weekly Chapter: Chayei Sarah
Holocaust in Transnistria
More than a dozen concentration camps and ghettos were created on Transnistrian soil. One of the first tasks of the occupation authorities was "final solution" Jewish question.
Jews in Transdniestria
Jews have lived in the territory of Transnistria for a long time, mainly in ancient cities. Factory owners, traders, financiers, musicians, writers - the contribution of Jews to the economy and culture is difficult to overestimate.
Jewish cemeteries
There are numerous Jewish cemeteries in Transdniestria. Some of them are old and abandoned, some are active.
Rashkov - pearl Transdniestria
Rashkov is the oldest settlement on the left bank of the Dniester in Transnistria. Its history goes back many centuries. Rashkov is a place where at least three religions coexist in peace and harmony.
Internet magazine VOX
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Events and events
👉На этой неделе прошло онлайн-мероприятие для всех участников проекта "Заботливая связь" в Приднестровье, посвящённое Хрустальной ночи. Для наших пожилых участников эта тема особенно близка — их семьи пережили Холокост, гетто, эвакуацию, потерю близких. Мы смотрели видеосюжеты, слушали воспоминания очевидцев и говорили о том, как важно помнить и не молчать. Пока живёт память — зло не сможет победить. Подробнее о мероприятии👉 https://vox.jct.md/pamyat-kotoruyu-nevozmozhno-steret #RVC #jdc Volunteer Center RVC
✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle lighting: 16:10 Parshat Chayei Sarah Shabbat mevarchim New Moon Kislev Havdalah: 17:16 ✅ Parshat Chayei Sarah tells the story of the end of Sarah's life, Abraham's concern for burying her with honor, and the search for a wife for his son Isaac. It speaks of loyalty, love, and responsibility for the future. Rivka, not knowing Isaac, chooses generosity and courage—and in doing so, determines the fate of the people. This story teaches that true choices are made with the heart and kindness. Even for those far removed from faith, it reminds us that every good deed creates peace around us. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! May your souls be calm and your hearts light. 👨👨👧👦 Shabbat is given to us by the Creator so that we can stop, listen to ourselves, to our inner selves, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/
✨ An atmosphere of warmth, smiles, and magic reigned in Rybnitsa once again! An illusionist from Bender, Voldemar, came to visit us 🎩 He not only made our students believe in miracles but also generously shared the secrets of some of his tricks. There was so much surprise, laughter, and joy! Our students happily immersed themselves in the world of illusions and are already looking forward to future encounters. After all, miracles happen where people believe in them 💫
🎶 Klezmer music was heard again in Rybnitsa! 🎶 Yesterday, our creative and soulful klezmer music project, led by Godysh Alexandru Isakovich, continued its work in Rybnitsa. Topic: 🎵 Constantin Moscovich is a renowned Moldovan musician and virtuoso naija (national wind instrument) player. He was born in 1962 in the village of Carpineni, Hincesti district. He is an Honored Artist of Moldova. A musician with extensive international experience, he performs works from various nationalities—from Moldovan and Balkan melodies to Jewish klezmer motifs. Thanks to his mastery and profound musicality, klezmer music performed by him sounds especially soulful, vibrant, and truly touches the hearts of listeners. We didn't just listen—we felt, experienced, and savored every sound... And some even couldn't resist dancing 💃🕺 Our project isn't just about music. It's about heartfelt communication, development, inspiration, and the joy of creating together. https://vox.jct.md/klezmerskaya-muzika-snova-zvuchala-v-ribnitse We're delighted that our number of participants is growing every year, and we look forward to welcoming new faces to our ranks!
Today, we remember the night when shop windows shattered, and with them, lives, trust, and safety. November 9–10, 1938—Kristallnacht, or the Night of Broken Glass—was one of the darkest pages in history, when pogroms against Germany's Jewish community became a harbinger of even greater horrors. May the memory of those we lost inspire us to defend dignity, solidarity, and mutual respect.
✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle Lighting: 16:18 Chapter Vayera Havdalah: 17:23 ✅ Chapter Vayera tells how angelic guests appear to Abraham, predicting the birth of a son and informing him of the destruction of Sodom. We see Abraham's compassion, who tries to save even wicked people. This story speaks of the inner strength to ask for good for others and not be indifferent. It reminds us that faith is not blind obedience, but a willingness to act with kindness. Even those far from religion should remember: humanity begins with participation in the fate of another. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! May your souls be calm and your hearts light. 👨👨👧👦 Saturday is given to us by the Creator so that we stop, listen to ourselves, to our inner selves, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/
🍁 Judaism, Jews, and autumn are closely intertwined. Our students from Rybnitsa couldn't resist this golden beauty and decided to depict autumn in their beloved city. There were so many people willing to paint! 🎨 A warm atmosphere, tea, fellowship, inspiration, and, of course, a desire to convey the mood of autumn through paint and brushes and connect with Jewish culture. Each work is special, filled with light, kindness, and love for the city and its people. 🍂✨ https://vox.jct.md/osen-glazami-evreyskoy-obshchini-ribnitsi
Sometimes the most valuable thing is simple human compassion. Our Jewish community hosted a meeting of call center volunteers—people who, with their kind words and attention, bring light into the homes of elderly community members.
🌿✨ The Jewish community supports the "EcoRashkov: No to Garbage!" project. 💚 📍 Rashkov is a special place in the Jewish history of Transnistria. It was here that the outstanding Rabbi Shabtai lived – a man whose name is known throughout the Jewish world. 📜✡️ 🕍 Rashkov was once a bustling Jewish community: prayers were said, artisans and craftsmen worked, and culture and trade flourished. 💫 Preserving the purity and beauty of these places means honoring the memory of the people who made Rashkov famous with their wisdom, teaching, and faith. This isn't just ecology 🌱 – it's preserving the cultural heritage and spiritual roots of our region. Regional Development Agency of Transnistria, UNDP Moldova
🌿Today, Hesed hosted a meeting of volunteers for the "Handicrafts" project. In two hours, the participants cut fabric, sewed, and stuffed soft seat cushions for children. We thank our partners, the IntercenterLux and Odema factories, for providing the materials. Now autumn walks will be even cozier! ☕💛 For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/teplo-ruk-i-dobrikh-serdets Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
The latest meeting of the Active Walking project participants took place on the picturesque banks of the Dniester River in Bender. Tiraspol residents came to visit Bender residents—together they honed their Nordic walking techniques, shared their successes, laughed, joked, and simply enjoyed time in good company. 💬 ⌚ At the end of the meeting, each participant received a smartwatch, purchased with funding from the Hoffman grant. This watch will help track steps, measure heart rate, and inspire them to move forward! And mastering the new gadget was another rewarding experience—after all, it's never too late to learn and be active! 💪 For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/proekt-aktivnaya-khodba-prodolzhaetsya-vstrecha-na-beregu-dnestra Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
🥳The kids from the AJT JUNIOR club celebrated the month of Cheshvan—and decided to add some extra fun! Cheshvan is traditionally considered a "holiday-less" month, which is why it's called Marcheshvan—"bitter Cheshvan." But our kids didn't wait for a special occasion and made their own celebration—they went to a vibrant circus performance. 🎪🎪Acrobats, clowns, jugglers, and spectacular acts brought a storm of laughter and delight. It was a day full of lively emotions, new experiences, and friendly conversations. After the show, the children spent a long time sharing their impressions and discussing their favorite acts. Such trips not only bring joy here and now, but also strengthen the sense of community and warm memories that the children will carry throughout Cheshvan.💫 https://vox.jct.md/dlya-khoroshego-nastroeniya-povod-ne-obyazatelen #JDC #AJTTIR #heshvan #jewishtradition
✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle Lighting: 16:29 Parshat Lech-Lecha Havdalah: 17:32 ✅ Parshat Lech-Lecha tells how God calls Abraham to leave his homeland and go into the unknown, promising blessing and a future. It is a story of the courage to start anew and trust, even when the path is unclear. Abraham shows that faith is not blind obedience, but a willingness to seek meaning and take action. The parshat reminds us: change often leads to growth. Every person, even far from religion, faces their own moment of «go to yourself» – a call to become who they are meant to be. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! May your souls be calm and your hearts light. 👨👨👧👦 Saturday is given to us by the Creator so that we stop, listen to ourselves, to our inner selves, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/
🎨 Today in Rybnitsa, our students drew a Jewish man and woman. The portraits turned out bright, vibrant, and beautiful—you can feel the soul in each work! ❤️ Drawing not only brings joy but also greatly develops attention, imagination, and fine motor skills. After class, everyone took a friendly stroll through the autumn park, enjoying the fresh air and warm atmosphere of fellowship. 🍂😊 https://vox.jct.md/evreyskaya-obshchina-ribnitsi-den-tvorchestva-i-khoroshego-nastroeniya
🎨 Volunteers held an inspiring tote bag painting workshop for Day Center participants. Two hours of painstaking work transformed ordinary bags into vibrant, unique pieces! 🌈 Volunteer Center RVC volunteers taught how to properly apply a design to fabric, prepare the surface, choose paints, and design the finished image. They helped, offered suggestions, and corrected minor mistakes—and the result exceeded all expectations! "Now shopping will be much more fun—a tote bag like this will definitely lift your spirits!" 😊 For more information, see https://vox.jct.md/volontyori-proveli-tvorcheskiy-master-klass-po-rospisi-shoperov #RVC
🦂A vibrant Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan master class was held for the older generation of our Community! 🦂Participants assembled a scorpion—the symbol of the month of Cheshvan—from wooden pieces, demonstrating care and patience. ✨ Volunteers helped, took photos, and created a warm atmosphere. 📨«At first it seemed like it wouldn’t work, but then everything came together—just like in life!» shared a master class participant. 🫶Everyone went home with joy and a symbol of the new month. 💛 For more information, see 👉 https://vox.jct.md/master-klass-k-rosh-khodesh-kheshvan Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
✨ A special atmosphere of comfort and inspiration reigned at the latest volunteer meeting of the "Handicraftswomen" project. Our craftswomen sorted through synthetic padding for pillows, mended clothes, and shared their DIY life hacks. Men also found something to do at these meetings: repairing sewing machines. Volunteers shared their life hacks not only with each other but also with other Community members. Natalia Plits was especially inspiring, showing Day Center participants how to make stylish potholders and hot pads from old jeans. "When you make something with your own hands, you put a piece of your soul into it. And when you create it with friends, the warmth is doubled," shared a meeting participant. For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/volontyorskie-vstrechi-uyut-svoimi-rukami #RVC Volunteer Center RVC
✅ Last year, Transnistria faced a serious energy crisis: gas and electricity supply outages led to rolling blackouts, at times leaving entire districts without power and heat. These events demonstrated the importance of being prepared for any eventuality and having independent power sources, especially for organizations providing aid. Read more:
🍂 As part of the "Crazy Hands" volunteer project, a creative workshop dedicated to autumn was held. Participants created soft, 3D fabric pumpkins—warm, cozy home decorations. For the older generation, such activities not only offer an opportunity to express their imagination but also provide useful fine motor skills training, a good mood, and warm conversation. Autumn turned out to be truly warm—thanks to the creativity and care of the volunteers. 💛 For more details, see https://vox.jct.md/osennee-vdokhnovenie-v-proekte-ochumelie-ruchki Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
Music lovers from our community enjoyed a magnificent concert at the Palace of the Republic! The music of Tchaikovsky, Glinka, Khachaturian, and other composers brought a sea of emotions and inspiration. 💫 Representatives of the older generation gratefully noted how important it is for them to once again experience the atmosphere of celebration, fellowship, and living art. ❤️ Volunteers accompanied the participants—they greeted them, helped with ticketing, created a cozy atmosphere, and provided photo support for the event, taking memorable photos that will cherish warm memories for a long time. 📸 For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/muzika-kotoraya-napolnyaet-serdtse Volunteer Center RVC #rvc
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