Rezekne Green Synagogue, Jewish synagogue in Rezekne, Latvia.
Rezekne Green Synagogue is a wooden building with traditional architectural features and preserves original furnishings from the 19th century. The interior contains religious objects such as Torah scrolls, prayer books, and ritual items that reflect the spiritual life of the earlier community.
The building was constructed in 1845 while the first railway line was being built in Rezekne and the city was growing as a trade hub. It was built to serve the religious needs of a thriving Jewish community attracted by economic opportunities in the region.
The building takes its name from the green color that once covered its wooden walls, making it instantly recognizable in the neighborhood. This distinctive appearance reflected the identity of the Jewish community that built and maintained it over generations.
The building is located on Kraslavas Street 5 and is accessible to visitors on certain weekdays. Those who wish to arrange a visit or come with a group should contact ahead to schedule a tour.
Hidden beneath the building is a special chamber specifically designed for storing sacred texts in the traditional manner. The structure also originally contained a dedicated oven used solely for baking Matzah bread, showing how carefully religious practices were integrated into the building's design.
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