Guide to Visiting the Western Wall 1. Historical Significance: The Western Wall is the last remnant of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. It is a deeply significant site in Judaism and one of the holiest places in the faith.� 2. Visiting Hours: You can visit the Western Wall at any time, day or night. The site is open continuously, allowing for prayer and reflection at your convenience.� 3. Preparation: Many visitors wash their hands before approaching the Wall as an act of spiritual and physical p

POWERFUL: Last Thursday, more than 50,000 people gathered at the Western Wall to pray Selichot ❤️ Selichot (literally “forgiveness”) are special prayers recited in the period leading up to the Jewish High Holidays. They are filled with pleas for mercy, reflection, and the famous Thirteen Attributes of Compassion that echo God’s infinite forgiveness. Traditionally recited late at night or in the early morning hours, Selichot create a powerful spiritual atmosphere. Standing together in prayer, tho

TISH'A B'AV WESTERN WALL PRAYERS More than 4,000 Jews made their way to the Temple Mount on Tish'a b'Av, despite the limited hours of permitted entry. Meanwhile, at the foot of the Temple Mount many tens of thousands of Jews gathered in the Western Wall Plaza to pray for the rebuilding of the Holy Temple. | The Temple Institute