Giffnock Synagogue, Jewish synagogue in Giffnock, Scotland.
Description
Giffnock Synagogue is a Jewish house of worship on Fenwick Road in Scotland, built in Orthodox tradition with traditional architectural features. The building contains prayer halls, classrooms, and spaces for community gatherings and events.
History
The congregation formed in the 1930s, meeting in borrowed spaces before building their first synagogue in 1938. A merger with a neighboring congregation in 2021 significantly expanded the community.
Culture
The congregation gathers here for weekly worship, holiday celebrations, and community meals that bring Jewish families together. The building serves as a social and spiritual hub for local Jewish life throughout the year.
Practical
The building is located on Fenwick Road and is easily accessible by public transport or car. Visitors should note that services follow the Jewish calendar and special schedules apply on Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest.
Did you know?
The rabbi who has led the congregation since 1999 originally served as the cantor at this same house of worship. This long continuity through a familiar voice has shaped the community's spiritual identity over decades.
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