Synagogues throughout the country yesterday observed “Agricultural Sabbath” in honor of Jewish farmers in the United States. The day was proclaimed “Agricultural Sabbath” by the Synagogue Council of America, which represents Orthodox, Reform and Conservative congregations.
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