Temple Emanu-El, Reform synagogue in Honolulu, United States.
Temple Emanu-El is a Reform synagogue at 2550 Pali Highway in Honolulu, consecrated in 1960. Architect Edward Sullam designed the building and T. Takahashi led construction. The main sanctuary holds twelve 8-foot (2.4 m) paintings by New Mexico-based artist Alice Flitter.
The synagogue was founded in 1938 and became part of the Reform Judaism movement when it joined their national organization in 1952. The current building was completed and dedicated in 1960 under the leadership of Rabbi Roy Rosenberg.
The congregation's School of Jewish Studies teaches students from preschool to about seventh grade, who usually finish with their b'nai mitzvah; youth group programmes then continue through twelfth grade. Adults attend a separate Torah Study programme. Services are held on Shabbat and holidays.
The synagogue offers both in-person and online services, allowing members and visitors throughout Hawaii to participate in religious ceremonies. Check ahead about visiting hours and accessibility options before planning a visit.
A Torah scroll and pointer once owned by Elias Abraham Rosenberg are displayed in the main sanctuary. These objects connect the synagogue to Hawaiian royal history through Rosenberg's friendship with King David Kalākaua.
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