Shofars, prayer books and complete sets of citrons and reeds have been sent by Israel Chief Rabbi Isaac Halevi to 180 Jewish communities abroad, it was revealed here today. The religious items personal gifts of the Chief Rabbi, were sent to all parts of the world including Eastern Europe.
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