Expressions of loyalty and affection were transmitted by Canadian Jewry to Queen Elizabeth II now visiting Canada, it was reported here today by the Canadian Jewish Congress. The report said that Samuel Bronfman, national president of the CJC, sent to the Queen, on behalf of the Jewish Community of Canada, the following message:
“For the Canadian Jewish Community, your gracious Majesty’s visit coincides with the commemoration of two hundred years of settlement in this blessed land, where people of diversified origins and creeds find the common denominator of free institutions and a steadfast belief in human dignity and human welfare.
“Canadian Jewry renews its expression of profound admiration for your Majesty, devotedly reiterates the time honored prayer for the Royal Family, recited reverently in Canadian synagogues since their first establishment in Canada in 1768:
“May the Supreme King of Kings, through His infinite mercy, preserve her and grant her life, and deliver her from all manner of trouble and danger. May He bless, preserve, guard, assist, exalt and raise unto a high eminence our Sovereign the Queen, and grant her a long and prosperous; reign. “
“The Canadian Jewish Congress, on behalf of the Canadian Jewish Community, transmits to you these expressions of loyalty and affection, accompanied by the hope that you reign long with your health and vigor unimpaired. “
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