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: 7 Tevet 5786
Friday, December 26, 2025
Candle lighting at 4:00 PM
Shabbat ends at 5:11 PM
Weekly Chapter: Vaigash
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
✨ In December, the online project "Literary Living Room" hosted a heartfelt meeting with Oleg Sosnin and Alla Melnichuk. 📖 They discussed the role of the Jewish people in culture, poetry, and the history of their native land, and read poems by Pasternak, Mandelstam, and other authors. The poems about the city, its streets, and its fate were especially touching. ❤️ For our participants 65+, such meetings offer live communication, inspiration, and a feeling of warmth, even online. 🤍 Thanks to the guests and our volunteer, Valery Kupershmidt, for this atmosphere! 🌿 For more information about the event, see 👉👉https://vox.jct.md/literaturnaya-gostinaya-vsrecha-napolnennaya-slovom-pamyatyu-i-vdokhnoveniem Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
Our art group warmly and heartily reviewed the past year. We talked about the ups and downs, about what came easy and what was difficult—honestly, sincerely, and truly. We closed the year joyfully and cheerfully: with songs about winter, warm childhood memories, smiles, and good spirits. We sang, shared emotions, and simply enjoyed the moment together. ❄️🎶 Anastasia Makovey, the director of the "Painting" project, presented each participant with a certificate for their active participation in the project—a token of gratitude, support, and recognition of their hard work and heart. ✨ In the new year, we look forward to welcoming even more guests and our students to events, meetings, and creative classes. May the future bring even more inspiration, color, and warm encounters! ✨
✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle lighting: 4:00 PM Parshat Vayigash Havdalah: 5:11 PM Fast begins: 6:07 AM Fast of the 10th of Tevet Fast ends: 5:04 PM ✅ Parshat Vayigash tells how Judah asks for mercy for his brother, and Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, forgiving them. The family is reunited, and Jacob descends to Egypt, where a new life awaits them. This story is about the power of reconciliation, responsibility, and the faith that even trials lead to good. It reminds us that forgiveness does not make us weak, but restores wholeness. Everyone can start anew if they choose love over offense. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! Let there be peace in your souls and lightness in your hearts.
❄️ Winter is no reason to stop! The Active Walking project continues even on frosty days. Our participants meet, walk, drink warm tea, share news, and support each other. 👣 Under the guidance of a trainer, we continue moving, learn how to use smartwatches, track our steps, heart rate, and well-being. And most importantly, we enjoy communicating and caring for each other. 💚 Together it's warmer, easier, and more joyful! For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/zima-ne-povod-ostanavlivatsya Volunteer Center RVC #RVC #AktivnayaKhodba #HoffmanProject
A large, festive Hanukkah event took place last Sunday in Tiraspol. Members of the communities of Tiraspol, Bender, and Rybnitsa gathered in the hall of the N. S. Aronetskaya State Drama and Comedy Theater to share the joy of the Festival of Lights. A welcoming address from Yuri Kreichman, Chairman of the Tiraspol Jewish Community, an inspiring speech from Rabbi Daniel Muntyan of the Sennaya Synagogue (Agudat Israel MD), and warm wishes from Rabbi Menachem Mendel Gotzel of the Bender Jewish Community created a special atmosphere of unity and solidarity. The family-like, truly warm atmosphere encouraged heartfelt conversation. Live Jewish folk music, along with the sounds of the nai and saxophone, filled the hall with a festive mood. 🕎Honest conversations about the community's achievements, plans and projects for the new calendar year, a festive table with traditional dishes cooked in oil, fragrant sufganiyot, gifts for guests - all these warm moments and impressions will long remain in the memory of those who celebrated Hanukkah in 5786. 🩵We express our gratitude to the Jewish Community of Moldova for their financial support in organizing the event. #JDC #jewish #jewishtradition #Hanukkah
🕎✨ During Hanukkah week, members of our community's senior generation attended a concert by the Viorika ensemble. The evening was a true gift—filled with music, dancing, and lively conversation. Familiar melodies evoked warm memories as the ensemble's history unfolded before their eyes. The concert brought joy, smiles, and a sense of celebration, and the Hanukkah light lit not only the candles but also their hearts. For more information about the event, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/muzika-kotoraya-obedinyaet-pokoleniya-hanukalnaya-vsrecha-s-ansamblem-viorika Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
💫The MISHPACHA Family Club held its final meeting of the calendar year. Middle-aged community members warmly reminisced about past events, discussed highlights, and shared their impressions of what was particularly memorable and inspiring. Many also voiced their expectations, ideas, and wishes for the new season—and thanks to these words, we are already full of energy and ideas for the club's future work. 🎨 At the end of the meeting, everyone immersed themselves in the creative process: they made aroma candles for the holiday of Hanukkah, infusing them with warmth and festive spirit. 💙We thank everyone for their participation, openness, and wonderful atmosphere! We are already looking forward to next season and new meetings! #JDC #mishpacha #familyclub #hanukah #jewish
✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Hanukkah: 6 Candles Candle Lighting: 3:56 PM Chag HaBanot Hanukkah: 7 Candles New Month Tevet Chapter Miketz ✅ Chapter Miketz tells the story of how Joseph, once sold by his brothers, becomes a wise advisor to Pharaoh, saving Egypt from famine. Fate unfolds in such a way that trials transform pain into strength and understanding. This story reminds us that difficulties can be part of the path to growth. The light of Hanukkah reinforces this meaning—even in the darkness, a source of hope can be found. Each of us has the power to turn our "holes" into steps to a new beginning. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! May your souls be calm and your hearts light.
🕯️ Hanukkah is the light we give to each other. During this holiday season, our volunteers visited lonely elderly members of the community 🏠, bringing fragrant Hanukkah donuts 🍩, warm words, and the attention they so desperately need. We also created and distributed food packages 🛍️, thanks to the help of caring community members. A special moment was the greeting of our elders together with children, teenagers from AJT, AJT Junior, and the Mishpacha Family Club ✨ Warm socks 🧦, cards drawn by children 🎨, and Hanukkah gingerbread 🍪, which the children baked and decorated together, became true symbols of care. Every gift is a sign that a person is remembered, thought of, and loved 🕯️ This is how the light of Hanukkah reached those who especially need it 💛 For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/khanukalniy-svet-v-kazhdom-dome-kogda-zabota-stanovitsya-prazdnikom #RVC #AJT Volunteer Center RVC
In Rybnitsa, our students also don't miss Hanukkah ✨ All the events during these days are dedicated to this bright holiday. During a creative workshop, we made Hanukkah "cookies" out of plaster, which everyone decorated with love and imagination. We also drew one of the main symbols of the holiday—the Hanukkah dreidel 🕯️ These gatherings fill our hearts with joy, warmth, and a sense of celebration, where participation, creativity, and the light we kindle together are all important. Hanukkah sameach! 🕎
✨ Hanukkah week in our community ✨ Volunteers have hot and bright days 🕯️ We fry Hanukkah donuts for lonely elderly people 🍩 We create and decorate candle holders for home comfort 🎨 And ahead are the festive weekdays: donut delivery and food distribution to those who need support 🤍 Hanukkah is the light, care, and warmth that we give to each other 💛 For more information about the events, see 👉 https://vox.jct.md/hanukkah-nedelya-svet-kotoriy-mi-sozdayom-vmeste Volunteer Center RVC #rvc
🕎On Sunday, the Tiraspol community celebrated the arrival of Hanukkah—the holiday of light, hope, and spiritual strength. This special day was marked by the lighting of the first Hanukkah candle, symbolizing the victory of good over evil and the faith that even a single flame can dispel darkness. At the invitation of the Jewish Community of Moldova, clients of the Tiraspol Hesed and community members traveled to Chisinau, where they attended a Hanukkah concert, a true gift for the guests. 🕎Famous performers of Jewish folk music from Moldova and Ukraine, as well as nae maestro Konstantin Moskovich, performed on stage. 🎶 The music, filled with tradition and vibrant emotion, created a festive atmosphere that unites generations and communities. 💙We express our gratitude for the festive spirit! May the light of Hanukkah bring miracles, hope, and peace to every home. Hag Hanukkah Sameach! #JDC #hanukah #jewishholidays
🕯️ When darkness gathers around, sometimes one small spark is enough to change everything. 🕎 Hanukkah is the story of light that proved stronger than fear, of faith that never faded, and of a miracle that transcends time. ✨ Read about Hanukkah briefly, clearly, interestingly, and in simple language:
🕎The run-up to Hanukkah is always especially busy. This holiday of light and miracle deserves to be celebrated beautifully, mindfully, and in a warm, family atmosphere. To ensure nothing is forgotten and preparations don't turn into a rush, our volunteers have lovingly compiled a handy checklist for everyone preparing for Hanukkah. 🕎It covers the most important and enjoyable tasks: decorating the house, preparing the Hanukkah candles, and preparing candles in advance—at least 44 will be needed over the eight days. It's important to choose gifts for loved ones, prepare coins and sweets for Hanukkah gelt, think about your holiday attire, and plan your participation in the Community's Hanukkah events. 🇮🇱Family traditions occupy a special place on the checklist: gathering together, remembering the story of Hanukkah, lighting candles, frying fragrant donuts, and, of course, playing dreidel—after all, it's moments like these that create a true holiday feeling and pass on traditions from generation to generation. ✨Let this checklist be your guide and reminder that Hanukkah isn't just about chores and preparation, but above all about light, unity, joy, and the warmth of human hearts. ✨ Volunteer Center RVC #rvc
Across Transnistria, Hanukkah became a time of light and care. Sixty-five elderly victims of Nazism and 72 children received Hanukkah holiday packages. Warm encounters, sincere conversations, and a sense of unity reminded us that when we share light, it grows. Happy Hanukkah! May its light illuminate every home. For more information, see https://vox.jct.md/khanuka-v-pridnestrove-svet-zabota-i-tyoplie-vstrechi
✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle Lighting: 15:54 Parsha Vayeshev Shabbat Mevarchim New Moon Tevet Havdalah: 17:05 Hanukkah: 1 Candle Hanukkah: 2 Candles ✅ Parsha Vayeshev tells the beginning of the story of Joseph—the beloved son sold by his brothers—and how evil turns into good. It speaks of envy, trials, and the faith that everything has meaning, even if it hurts now. This week reminds us: the path to light begins with trust and inner honesty. On Hanukkah, we light the first candle—a symbol that even a small fire can conquer darkness. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! Let there be peace in your souls and lightness in your hearts.
🔥 We're looking for those ready to change the world together! Our volunteers have returned from Chisinau after the prestigious "Volunteer of the Year 2025" award, where six representatives of Transnistria and their coordinator were awarded the title of "Support of the Republic"! 🏆 This is recognition of their enormous heart, strength, and kindness—and we are immensely proud of each of them. But most importantly, their team is still small, but the number of things waiting for kind hands is growing. Our volunteers are already: 🧶 knitting warm clothes for those who especially need care, 💻 holding online meetings to support the lonely, 🤝 helping the elderly and creating an atmosphere of human warmth, ✨ participating in events that change people's lives for the better. And we need new heroes—people who want to make a difference, give attention, and become part of a truly warm and friendly team. 💛 If you've ever thought about becoming a volunteer, now is the time! We'll teach, support, help, and welcome those who are ready to do good into our family. 👉 Join us. Goodness starts with you! 77521135 Anna Learn more about the event. 👉https://vox.jct.md/volontyor-goda-2025 Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
Today, a warm and inspiring gathering of klezmer music lovers took place in Rybnitsa. Alexander Isakovich Godysh introduced us to the work of Slava Farber, a Moldovan singer originally from the small Jewish town of Vertyuzhany, where Yiddish melodies were heard from childhood. These songs became the foundation of his journey and transformed him into a cherished guardian of the Jewish musical soul. Our students listened to his music with particular pleasure—in silence, with smiles, and with a deep respect for traditions and the people who preserve them. Such encounters fill the heart with warmth and remind us how important it is to preserve our culture and pass it on. https://vox.jct.md/dstrecha-posvyashchyonnaya-tvorchestvu-slavi-farbera-v-ribnitse
🍏🍐 The harvesting continues! The Jewish community of Transnistria is once again bustling and fragrant—Hesed volunteers have prepared over 20 kg of apples and pears for drying! The friendly team washed, peeled, and thinly sliced the fruit. The holidays are just around the corner, and these healthy treats are a wonderful way to delight our dear elders. 💙 If you have any fruit, bring it to Hesed. Together, we're doing a great good deed! Learn more: https://vox.jct.md/mi-prodolzhaem-delat-zagotovki Volunteer Center RVC #RVC
Today, a warm and truly unifying meeting took place at Hesed.💙 Representatives of three clubs gathered around one table: the AJT Juniors, the AJT Teens, and the adult members of the Mishpacha Family Club. Three generations and one common cause – decorating Hanukkah gingerbread.🍪 🎁Baked with love by our volunteers, these gingerbread cookies will become part of the holiday gifts for the elderly and lonely members of the community. Every stroke of icing, every bright detail is a small message of warmth, attention, and support. 🕎During Hanukkah, it is especially important to spread light – and today it manifested itself in the most important things: the living connection between generations, in respect, care, and the desire to do a good deed together. ✡️Today's meeting was a reminder that we are one family, and our light becomes brighter when we light it for each other. #JDC #AJTTIR #ajt #mishpacha #hanukka
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