December 16th, 2014
Dear Mrs. Faina Kukliansky,
Tomorrow, Wednesday 17th December, will mark the 'Shloshim', the end of the 30 day mourning period since the horrible terror attack on the Har Nof Synagogue in Jerusalem, where 5 Israelis were murdered by two Palestinian terrorists.
This attack really touched not just Israelis, but Jews worldwide, who united in an overwhelming show solidarity and support, which was really felt here.
Just as the State of Israel stands with the Jewish communities in Europe, especially in light of the wave of anti-Semitic and terror attacks, so too we are certain that you stand united, together with Israel, as one community, in this time of need.
If you wish to send a message of support to the families of the victims of the Har Nof massacre, we would be honored to pass this on to them on your behalf. It may be a small, but a very symbolic gesture that we are sure the families would appreciate.
As it happens, the Shloshim coincides this year with the beginning of Chanukah. Perhaps in your community's Chanukah ceremony you may wish to also light a candle in honor memory of the victims of the 'Har Nof' Synagogue terror attack, as well as all the Jewish victims of terror in Europe and Israel this past year and the brave IDF soldiers killed defending the State of Israel during Operation Protective Edge.
Just as this special 'Festival of Lights' represents the triumph of good over evil, we are certain that the common heartbeat of Jewish solidarity between the State of Israel and Jewish communities in the Diaspora, will overcome any such challenges and continue to bear strongly.
With best regards and warm wishes for the Chanukah Holidays.
The Israeli-Jewish Congress
Yael Kasutto – Sharon
Head of Operations
The Israeli Jewish Congress