Whereas the Jewish festival of Simchat Torah is only one-day in Israel, the citizens of Jerusalem continue the celebrations for an extra day. Musical events were held in Liberty Bell Park and at the Kotel. And a new Torah scroll honored “Shabbat Heroes” at the Great Synagogue.
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