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Namibia Jewish Community
This is the shul in Windhoek Namibia , built in 1920’s. The community leader Zvi Gorelik, a man for all Jewish seasons, opening it. The grave of Mr. Pukowitz. Called the “king of Namibia” due to his … Continue reading
Ethiopia and Tigre Province
As part of a trip to Uganda and the Abuyadaya, South Africa and Namibia, we stopped in Ethiopia. Here are some of our pictures. Entrance to the old synagogue in Tigre provence. Wall of the compound that … Continue reading
Video -Abuyadaya in Uganda- Rabbi Riskin / Mikveh building
The Abuyadaya of Uganda and the building of the mikveh for conversion 2012-2013 The Abuyadaya of Uganda accepted Judaism in 1919 when their king realized that Christians were not living as the bible instructed and decided that they would be … Continue reading