(Jewish Telegraphic Agency)
The anniversary of the release of Rabbi Schneursohn, known as the Lubavitcher Rebbe, from Soviet prison and permission for him to leave Russia and settle in Latvia was celebrated here.
Many followers of the noted rabbi have arrived here from other cities in Latvia and from neighboring countries to take part in the celebrations.
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