For the first time in nearly three decades, a shofar was sounded in a synagogue in Damascus, Syria, during Rosh Hashanah services. The event marks a significant moment for the Jewish community in the city, occurring during the Jewish New Year celebrations which concluded this past week. The ceremony, which has not taken place in the city's synagogues for 29 years, was reported by Amichai Stein of the Diplomatic Channel. This occasion highlights a rare public observance of Jewish tradition within the Syrian capital. The significance of the shofar sounding is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition, particularly during the High Holy Days. Its resumption in Damascus after a long hiatus suggests a potential shift or continued presence of Jewish religious practice in the region.
