Synagogue, Leiden, 18th-century synagogue in Leiden, Netherlands
The Leiden Synagogue features a symmetrical facade with a central door, two windows on each side, and Hebrew inscriptions carved in stone above the entrance.
The original synagogue, established in 1723 by Aron van Praagh, underwent reconstruction in 1762 and survived damage from an ammunition ship explosion in 1807.
The synagogue maintains six antique parochot, ceremonial curtains that cover the Torah ark, collected from various Dutch Jewish communities after World War II.
The synagogue continues to serve the Jewish community of Leiden with regular religious services and educational programs for visitors and members.
Hebrew inscriptions on the facade translate to 'The glory of this last house shall be greater than the first, says the Lord of hosts.'
Location: Leiden
Address: Levendaal 16 2311JL
GPS coordinates: 52.15541,4.49334
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:54
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