The Western Wall, a remnant of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, is one of the most sacred sites in Judaism. Praying there is a powerful and meaningful experience that enables one to connect deeply to their faith and to the Jewish people.
Even if you’re not physically at the Western Wall, prayer is always a powerful tool for connection.
The Western Wall is important and significant in Judaism as it’s the only remaining part of the Second Temple. It is also located near Temple Mount which is considered to be a holy site.
The Western Wall is said to have been built by King Herod in 20 BCE. The wall survived when the Temple was destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE.
Many refer to the Western Wall as the ‘Wailing ‘wall’ due to the mournful prayers that have been said by the Wall for centuries.
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