Khorasaniha Synagogue Explained

Khorasaniha Synagogue
Native Name:he|בית הכנסת ח'וראסאניה
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Religious Affiliation:Judaism
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Organisational Status:Synagogue
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Functional Status:Active
Location:Zartosht and Valiasr Streets, Tehran
Country:Iran
Map Type:Iran Tehran
Map Size:250
Map Relief:1
Coordinates:35.7167°N 51.405°W
Architecture Style:Pahlavi
Established:1970
Year Completed:1971
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Capacity:400 worshippers
Materials:Brick; stained glass
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The Khorasaniha Synagogue (he|בית הכנסת ח'וראסאניה) is a Jewish congregation and synagogue, located at the junction of Zartosht and Valiasr Streets in Tehran, Iran.

History

In 1349 SH (1970–1971 AD) Jews from Mashhad often used the Levian Synagogue. However, with an increase in Mashhadi Jewish population, the need for a separate synagogue increased. With the help of several other synagogues such as Levian, Yousefzadeh, and Rafie Nia, the land was purchased. The building is constructed on of land and contains four floors with a capacity of up to 400 people. Rabbi Eliahu ben Haim has been the chief Rabbi of the synagogue for many years.[1] [2]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: خراسانی ها . The Khorasanis . fa . 7dorim.com . 2014-06-15.
  2. Web site: Khorasaniha Synagogue . 7dorim.com . Summer 2009 . 8 October 2024 . with image gallery . en-US .