Bene Congrgation

Congregation Bene Naharayim is dedicated to preserving the history, heritage, culture, and traditions of Babylonian Jewry, representing the Iraqi American Jewish community in New York. The congregation emphasizes the significance of Babylon as the cradle of civilization and the birthplace of the Hebrew people, tracing their roots back to the Patriarch Abraham and the ancient city of Ur Kassdim.

The history of the Jews of Iraq is intricately linked to their exile from Palestine, beginning with the Assyrian and Babylonian conquests that led to the deportation of thousands of Jewish inhabitants. This rich narrative highlights the enduring legacy of the Jewish people from the geographical term "across the river," which ultimately shaped their identity and history.

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