Jewish Center in Pridnestrovie

Синагога вернулась на "историческую родину". Отличный сюжет об истории, евреях и синагоге. https://youtu.be/x5GG5bML8Bw

✡️ Шаббат Шалом ! שבת שלום 🕓 В Приднестровье 🕯️ Зажигание свечей: 20:41 Глава Шлах Шаббат мевархим Новомесячьем Тамуз Авдала: 22:00 ✅ Глава недели рассказывает о разведчиках, которых народ послал исследовать Землю, куда им предстояло переселиться. Большинство из них испугались трудностей и донесли отчёт, полный страха, из-за чего люди отказались двигаться вперёд. Этот эпизод учит, как страх перед неизвестным может помешать росту и важным переменам. Важнее видеть возможности, а не только препятствия. Это напоминание каждому из нас: иногда смелость — лучший ответ на сомнения. ❤️ Желаем всем мирной, тихой и благословенной субботы! Пусть в ваших душах будет спокойствие, а на сердце легко. 👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Суббота нам дана Творцом, чтобы мы остановились, прислушались к себе, к внутреннему Я, уделили время близким и семье. 🙏 Цдака/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/

🕍 Where is the synagogue in Tiraspol? On the map, approximately 1904, the building of our office (now 14 Kotovskogo Street) is marked as a synagogue (formerly 44-45 Dvoryanskaya Street). ℹ️ For about 30 years, the synagogue was located in a building built in the 90s on Gorky Street. ✡️ Taking into account the historical aspect and for optimization purposes, the synagogue returned to its historical building. ℹ️ Why? You will find out the details soon, but in short, we are expanding our activities in various projects, including children's and youth projects. We consider this important and, like the preservation of the synagogue, a priority for the community. The building on Gorky Street will be used for these purposes. ✅ Several advantages: Now the synagogue will be more accessible to guests of the city. Also, various guests of our organization will be able to find themselves in an authentic Jewish atmosphere. 🖼️ The image combines 2 maps: an old one and a modern one, so that it is easy to navigate.

A story from the TSV channel about one of the projects carried out by Hesed https://youtu.be/D6UtWbayk-c?si=Ra6mC1r_v11s4Tdq

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On June 15, representatives of our community attended a vibrant ethnocultural festival in the village of Rashkov. 🎉 We thank @jewish.moldova for the opportunity to be part of this event! 📍More than 600 participants from different cities of Moldova and Transnistria 🎭 Master classes, excursions, performances 🎪 A real delight - the circus studio "Yunost", "Neshama Band" and the vocal ensemble "Chance" Thanks to the organizers, the residents of Rashkov and everyone who made this day so warm, rich and truly unifying 💛 #HesedTiraspol #Rashkov #RVC #jewishculture

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✨Today, as part of the “Everyone to the Museum” project, another online event for seniors called “Art in Detail” was held, organized by our volunteers. In a warm and enthusiastic atmosphere, the participants immersed themselves in the amazing world of ancient art. 👁 We started from the very beginning — the first images of gods and idols, discussed their symbolism and meaning for ancient man. Then we went back to the era of ancient Greek and Roman sculpture, recalled the ideals of beauty and proportions, how the sculptors of those times sought to convey not only form, but also character, movement, and emotions. 📌 Particular attention was paid to the Fayum portraits — unique pictorial images created in Egypt during the period of Roman rule. The participants learned how these portraits were painted with tempera on wood, how, with the help of bright colors and fine drawing, it was possible to achieve almost photographic accuracy. They discussed reconstructions of mummies and compared them with Fayum portraits - this caused real delight and surprise: how accurately the masters conveyed the appearance of a person, preserving it for centuries. 💬 Participants asked questions, shared impressions and, as always, were surprised at how alive, accurate and deep art can be, despite the thousand-year distance. The online meeting was not only educational, but also emotionally rich - everyone found something important and beautiful for themselves. 📌 The @Volunteer Center RVC project "Everyone to the Museum" continues to open the world of culture and history to those who especially value attention, communication and the opportunity to learn new things at any age. #RVC #JDC #HesedTiraspol

✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Lighting the candles: 20:38 Chapter Vehaalotcha Havdalah: 21:58 ✅ Chapter Vehaalotcha talks about caring, responsibility, and the power of leadership. It describes how light should spread – not blinding, but gently illuminating the path for others, like a menorah (lamp). The chapter also addresses the topic of discontent and complaints, showing how they can destroy unity. It is a reminder that our words and attitudes affect everyone around us. Even without religion, there is an important lesson here – to be mindful of ourselves, others, and what we radiate into the world. ❤️ Wishing 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 the inner self, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/

Children are the most responsive creatures in the world. They immediately feel when they are loved, when they are cared for and when something kind and necessary is done for them. Now our children have another reason to smile - the playroom has become cool and cozy even in the hottest weather. ✨ We sincerely thank Synagogue.MD - Sennaya for the generous and very timely gift - an air conditioner for our children's playroom! 🙏💙 The care and support of the Chief Rabbi of Moldova Pinchas Salzman helped us create even more comfortable and safe conditions for our little visitors. 🌞On hot days, the right microclimate is not just a matter of convenience, but an important component of children's health and well-being. Now they can play, develop and enjoy life in cool, fresh air, and this is so important for a growing body. #HesedTiraspol

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The day before, on the picturesque bank of the Dniester, representatives of all ages of our Community gathered for a family picnic in honor of the Shavuot holiday! 💫 On this day, we were united by a festive meal with traditional dairy treats, fiery songs, group dances, active games in the fresh air and warm, sincere communication. All this gave each participant incredibly bright emotions and unforgettable impressions! 🔯The participation of people of different generations gave a special atmosphere to the holiday: interaction, exchange of experience, consolidation of the Community and the transfer of traditions are exactly the important things that make us stronger, closer to each other and help preserve our cultural heritage. ❤️We thank everyone who came, created the mood and supported the festive spirit! Chag Shavuot Sameach! #JDC #AJTTIR #Jewish #shavout

🕯 12 Sivan (this year, June 8) is the day of remembrance of the great righteous Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Bar. One of the greatest students of the holy Baal Shem Tov. In the Hasidic tradition, he is known as the Maggid of Bar. 🔹 Rabbi Menachem Mendel belonged to the narrow circle of the Baal Shem Tov’s closest students — היכלא קדישא — and studied with him together with his friends: — Rabbi Nachman of Gorodenka — and Rabbi Nachman of Kasov 🔹 At first, he was one of the leading sages and preachers in the Brody kloyz, and then he became attached to the Baal Shem Tov with all his heart. The teacher highly valued him and often praised him. Once he said: “He is as great as I am, and only the thickness of a hair separates us… But even this thickness he will never be able to overcome.” 🔹 In a letter discovered several years ago in the Kherson Geniza, the Baal Shem Tov calls him by exalted titles that reach all the way to the heavens. 🔹 On the first Shabbat after Rabbi Menachem Mendel was appointed Maggid in the city of Bar, the Baal Shem Tov himself arrived there for Shabbat as a sign of respect and love for his student. 🔹 The Maggid of Bar had a special closeness to his teacher - permission to ask him about everything, which was rarely given to anyone (this is mentioned in the book Maamar Mordechai, p. ה). 🌟 Participation in the formation of Hasidism According to Hasidic tradition, it was he who convinced the Maggid of Mezeritch to go to the Baal Shem Tov. This happened after Rabbi Menachem Mendel's visit to Turchin, where he saw how the Maggid taught his students and was deeply impressed. Upon learning of the Maggid's painful legs, he advised him to go to the Baal Shem Tov for healing. At first he refused, but after his wife’s persuasion he went to Mezhibozh and later became the teacher’s main successor. 📖 Teaching In the book “Toldot Yaakov Yosef,” a fundamental Hasidic principle is cited in his name: The highest level of any action is to perform it lishma, in the name of Heaven, without any additional goal, even if it is holy. For example, when delivering a moral lesson or reproach, one should not seek to “convert” a person - one must simply fulfill the commandment, as the Torah commands. 🕯 Death Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Bar passed away on 12 Nisan 5525 (5 April 1765) and was buried in the city of Dubossary, according to his own will. 💫 May his holy memory be blessed, and may his merits protect all the people of Israel. Amen ve-amen. ✨

✡️ Shabbat Shalom! May God bless you 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Lighting the candles: 20:34 Chapter Naso Havdalah: 21:53 ✅ The essence of the weekly chapter: Chapter Naso continues the description of the duties of the Levites, establishes the laws on the suspected wife (Sotah), the Nazirite, the blessing of the kohanim, and describes the offerings of the princes at the dedication of the Mishkan. Conclusion and message: Each person is important in his place and can come closer to holiness through dedication and service. ❤️ 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 the inner self, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/

Dear friends! Today we celebrate one of our main holidays, and in a certain sense the most important one - we celebrate the foundation of our faith. After all, our faith is based not on miracles, but on the Torah. The giving of the Torah is a defining moment in the history of our people. It was by receiving the Torah that we became what we are today - "the people of the Book", the people of God. May our daily life be built on the commandments of the Torah, may there be more Divine light in our homes. We wish everyone good health, reasons for joy, prosperity and many blessings from the Almighty. Chag Shavuot sameach! #JDC #jewish #shavuot

🫶It's been two months since we launched the project using the BrainHQ platform! 🏆40 participants — representatives of the older generation — became the first in our region to systematically train their cognitive abilities with the help of this scientifically based application. 🎯BrainHQ is especially important for older people, as it helps maintain mental clarity, improve memory, attention and speed of thinking. Such training not only maintains intellectual activity, but also increases self-confidence, helps maintain independence and quality of life. 📲To help participants confidently master the digital environment, difficulties that arise are discussed, instructions are analyzed, and useful advice is given at regular online meetings with the head of the Caring Connection project Anna Komova. Esther Katz, manager of the JDC-FSU planning and program development department, also provides advisory support to the participants, helping to understand the features of the application and effectively build the training process. 🫶We are proud to help older generations develop their intelligence and confidence in the digital world - step by step, together. #JDC #CaringConnection #LesConnect

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🫶🔥As part of our Volunteer Center RVC project "Kind Heat", volunteers give a piece of their soul, creating things that really warm - not only the body, but also the heart. Warm socks, cozy slippers-slippers, bright round rugs for chairs - all this is connected with love and attention to those who especially need to feel warmth and care. Despite the fact that summer is ahead, our needlewomen continue their caring and warm mission. 🧶🧶The most active participants in the project were our wonderful volunteers - the Golubchikov family from Bender, as well as representatives of the older generation from Rybnitsa - Valentina Ivanishina and Tatyana Barshteyn. Their caring hands create real miracles! 💖Each product is more than just a thing. It is a sign of attention, home comfort, human participation. All these kind and necessary gifts reach our wards and bring them joy, a sense of support and warmth. 🙏We thank our volunteers for their golden hands, kind hearts and concern! Thanks to you, the world becomes warmer - in the most literal sense. #RVC #JDC #HesedTiraspol

The wards of Rybnitsa met on the eve of the holiday of Shavuot. On this day, of course, they talked about the holiday, listened to the teachings of the Rabbi and, of course, were treated to dairy products. #JDC #HesedRybnitsa

✡️ Shabbat Shalom! May God bless you 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Lighting of candles: 20:28 Chapter Bamidbar Havdalah: 21:46 Evening of Shavuot Lighting of candles: 20:30 Shavuot I ✅ The essence of the weekly chapter: Chapter Bamidbar: The Almighty commands to count the sons of Israel in the Sinai desert. The camp of the people is organized by tribes, with the exact location of each. Levites are appointed to serve and guard the Mishkan, their tasks and number are separately described. Conclusion and main message: Order and structure are the key to the spirituality and unity of the people. Everyone has their place and purpose in the community. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet and blessed Shabbat! May there be peace in your souls and lightness in your hearts. 👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Saturday is given to us by the Creator so that we stop, listen to ourselves, to the inner self, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/

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🫶Today, as part of the Literary Living Room project, we had an amazing woman as our guest — Natalia Vyacheslavovna Sizova, better known in the literary circles of Transnistria under the pseudonym Natalia Sozh. Her name is well known and loved by poetry lovers not only in our region, but also far beyond its borders. 🔥Natalia Sozh's poems are sincere, lively, freely flying lines that resonate in the hearts of listeners with deep empathy. Her poetry awakens good feelings, evokes a response and gives rise to reflection. From bright landscape lyrics to philosophical and civic poetry — the thematic range of her work is truly impressive. 🫶Each poem read by Natalia Sozh deeply touched the souls of our listeners. For the older generation, such meetings are like a breath of fresh air, an opportunity to touch real art, feel the power of words and the beauty of thought. 💖We would like to express special gratitude to our Volunteer Center RVC volunteer Valery Kupershmidt, who with constant inspiration invites wonderful people to our living room and helps create an atmosphere of warm and sincere communication. 💖We thank Natalia Sozh for a heartfelt meeting and hope for new poetry evenings! The recording of the event can be found at the link https://youtu.be/EjSiPcoYoeU?si=X3rXPl5k-fnoWpLw #RVC #HesedTiraspoi #JDC #Caringconnection

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🎨As part of the Volunteer Center RVC project "Crazy Hands", our volunteers held a decoupage master class for the older generation of the Community. Under the sensitive guidance of a volunteer, ordinary wooden boxes turned into real works of art before our eyes. During two creative meetings, each participant created her own unique, inimitable thing - with her own mood, style and soul. The work took place in an atmosphere of support and inspiration: the participants happily shared ideas, consulted with each other and helped at every stage. ✨ The results exceeded expectations - they turned out to be real masterpieces, and most importantly - a sea of positive emotions and warm memories! Thank you to everyone who was with us! Together we can do more 💛 We invite those who wish to attend our creative meetings, please call 77521135 to register #ChumelyeRuchki #JDC #Volunteers #HesedTiraspol #RVC

🇮🇱Tonight, on the 28th of the Jewish month of Iyar, the Jewish people will celebrate Jerusalem Day, or Yom Yerushalayim, one of the national holidays in Israel. It commemorates the liberation of East Jerusalem and the unification of the city under Israeli control during the Six-Day War of 1967. Thousands of years later, the reunited city once again became the undivided capital of the Jewish state. As General Moshe Dayan declared on that day in 1967: “Jerusalem is united and will never be divided.” 💙We wish Jerusalem, the spiritual center of the world and the heart of the Jewish people, well-being and prosperity! #JDC #Jerusalem #Jewishholidays