Maghen Abraham Synagogue, Orthodox synagogue in Wadi Abu Jamil district, Lebanon
The main synagogue of Beirut features white walls, high ceilings, and large windows that illuminate its central prayer hall and wooden furnishings.
Built in 1925 with funding from Moise Abraham Sassoon, the synagogue operated until 1982 when it suffered damage during the Lebanese Civil War.
The synagogue served as a center for Torah studies, scientific lectures, and community celebrations for Lebanese Jews until the 1970s.
Located in downtown Beirut, the synagogue underwent a million-dollar restoration in 2009 with support from private donors and local construction companies.
During the 1975 conflict, specific guards were assigned to protect the synagogue while the Palestine Liberation Organization controlled the area.
Location: Beirut
Location: Wadi Abu Jamil
Inception: 1925
GPS coordinates: 33.89745,35.50010
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:49
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