Synagoge, Former Jewish religious building in Bützow, Germany.
The synagogue at Mantzelstrasse 10 is a two-story timber-framed building with baroque and neoclassical elements on its facade. The structure displays typical late 18th-century craftsmanship with visible timber frames and detailed exterior stonework.
The building was constructed between 1787 and 1789 under the authority of Duke Friedrich Franz I. Religious services continued here until around 1900, after which the structure was converted to residential use.
The interior served as both a place of prayer and a gathering space for the Jewish community. People used the room for religious ceremonies and everyday meetings.
The building is privately owned and partially inhabited while restoration work is ongoing. Those wishing to see the structure can view it from the street, but should respect the privacy of current residents.
During restoration work, a Hebrew inscription with the words 'Mazel tov' was discovered carved into one of the timber beams. This marking provides direct evidence of the building's original purpose and shows how people inscribed their wishes and blessings into the structure.
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