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Larnaca Synagogue (Great Synagogue of Cyprus) | |
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![]() The synagogue in 2019 | |
Religion | |
Affiliation | Hasidic Judaism |
Rite | Nusach Ashkenaz |
Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Synagogue |
Leadership | Rabbi Arie Zeev Raskin |
Status | Active |
Location | |
Location | Apollodorou 4, Larnaca |
Country | Cyprus |
Location of the synagogue in Cyprus | |
Geographic coordinates | 34°54′46″N33°37′47″E / 34.912787°N 33.629853°E |
Architecture | |
Type | Synagogue architecture |
Style | Modernist |
Completed | 2005 |
Materials | Stone |
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The Larnaca Synagogue or Great Synagogue of Cyprus, also known as the Cyprus Central Synagogue, is a Hasidic Jewish congregation and synagogue, that is located at Apollodorou 4, in Larnaca, Cyprus. Designed in the Modernist style, the synagogue was completed in 2005. [1] It is the largest and oldest of the five synagogues in Cyprus. The synagogue was inaugurated on 12 September 2003.[ citation needed ]
The synagogue is affiliated with the Orthodox denomination, but welcomes Jews from other denominations and visitors of all backgrounds.[ citation needed ]
Until its opening, Cyprus was the only EU nation without an active synagogue. Chief Rabbi of Israel Yona Metzger told a crowd at the inauguration ceremony, "This is a historic event for Cyprus. We are very happy Cyprus is open to all religions." [2] Cypriot Education Minister Pefkios Georgiades said, "Cyprus is a state where all religions are tolerated and we welcome the Jewish synagogue." The ceremony included the inauguration of a Torah scroll and the laying of the cornerstone for a mikveh.
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