A Moving Hallel Prayer on Israel’s Independence Day

A Moving Hallel Prayer on Israel’s Independence Day – at the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem

May 1, 2025

On the morning of Israel’s 77th Independence Day, a powerful and emotional Hallel prayer took place at the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem, a joint initiative by the museum and the Beit Midrash for Renewal.

In its fourth year, this communal prayer has become a cherished tradition, bringing together hundreds of participants from across Israeli society – religious and secular, young and old – who gather early in the morning to sing, pray, and celebrate.

Leading the prayer was Rabbi Tamir Granot, head of the “Orot Shaul” Yeshiva, whose son, Captain Amitai Granot, was killed in the recent war on the Lebanese border. Rabbi Granot’s presence infused the event with profound personal and national meaning.

Among the participants were Larry Mizel – Chairman of the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem, a leading philanthropist and strong supporter of the State of Israel, and Rabbi Marvin Hier – Co-Chairman and founding member of the Museum. Both traveled from the United States, especially to take part in this meaningful event.

At the end of the prayer, attendees were invited to pass by the newly installed Aron Kodesh (Holy Ark) in the museum’s Beit Midrash – a symbolic and uplifting close to a deeply meaningful morning.

Photo: Daniel Cohen

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