My Prayers and Practices: Chesed-El Synagogue with Rabbi Nissim Zawady

Like other religious organisations in Singapore, the synagogue works tirelessly to cultivate a strong sense of belonging within the Jewish community. Join us at the Chesed-El Synagogue to observe the prayers and practices that take place within this national monument and find out how the synagogue maintains this sacred space as a place of comfort, refuge and celebration for its devotees!

About Chesed-el Synagogue

Singapore is home to two synagogues – the Maghain Aboth Synagogue at Waterloo Street and the Chesed-El Synagogue at Oxley Rise. Both places of worship were gazetted as national monuments in 1988. Chesed-El means “Mercy of God”. The synagogue has been the centre of many Jewish activities. According to Rabbi Nissim, there are approximately 2,000 Jewish people in Singapore today.

Programme Details

• Language: English
• Programme Date(s) and Time(s):

• • Tuesday, 9 August 2022: 1000-1130
  • Tuesday, 9 August 2022: 1400-1530
  • Tuesday, 9 August 2022: 1600-1730
  • Sunday, 14 August 2022: 1000-1130
  • Sunday, 14 August 2022: 1400-1530
  • Sunday, 14 August 2022: 1600-1730
  • Sunday, 21 August 2022: 1000-1130
  • Sunday, 21 August 2022: 1400-1530
  • Sunday, 21 August 2022: 1600-1730

• Meeting and Ending Point:

• • Security Post of Chesed-El Synagogue (2 Oxley Rise Singapore 238693)

• Please arrive 15 minutes before the event for registration. Our facilitators will be wearing our event t-shirt.
• Parking is unavailable at the event premises.The nearest carpark to the Synagogue is at Singapore Shopping Centre (190 Clemenceau Ave, Singapore 239924) (Approx. 5 min walk)
• Venue is wheelchair accessible.
• The event will proceed rain or shine.

Who should come?

• Participants must be fully vaccinated.

What to bring?

• Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed. Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
• Participants should bring along their NRIC, which is mandatory for entry into the premises.
• Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
• Participants are also encouraged to bring their own earphones (with a standard 3.5mm audio jack) as radio guides will be used for the tour.
• Asthmatic individuals are encouraged to bring their inhaler.

Disclaimer

• All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
• By agreeing to participate in the event, participants are responsible for any injury, loss or damage due to the negligence on his/her part or of the children under his/her charge.
• Participants must abide by the house rules set out by the host. Facilitators will brief participants at the start of the programme.
• Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.

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