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Architecture of Hope Visits the Jewish Museum and Jewish Community of Cyprus
This week, the Architecture of Hope initiative, an international campaign for peace and understanding — visited the Jewish Museum of Cyprus and the Jewish Community of Cyprus. The delegation was led by Hedi Bouden, Cultural Officer and Theatre Director, who heads this meaningful project. The visitors were warmly welcomed by the Chief Rabbi of Cyprus, Rabbi Arie Zeev Raskin, who shared words of inspiration about unity, peace, and the power of dialogue between people and cultur
Oct 161 min read


Swiss National Day celebration
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending the Swiss National Day celebration, hosted by H.E. Mr. Christoph Burgener, Ambassador of...
Oct 101 min read


New Sefer Torah Central Synagogue
RIK News covered the moving celebration of our new Sefer Torah in Larnaca — dedicated in loving memory of Captain Israel Yudkin HY”D. It...
Oct 101 min read


Chief Rabbi and Jewish Community of Cyprus honored
Three of the Rebbe’s shluchim — from Cyprus and Athens — received special recognition at a festive evening organized by the Ministry of...
Oct 101 min read


Visit from the Austrian Embassy
On the eve of the holiday of Sukkot, the Austrian Embassy in Cyprus paid a visit to the Chief Rabbi’s office at the Central Synagogue in...
Oct 101 min read


Danny Friedlander – Specialist Clinical Psychologist
We had the honor of welcoming Danny Friedlander , a specialist clinical psychologist who has supported Jewish communities worldwide in...
Feb 171 min read


What a wonderful Tu Bshvat we had this year!
A huge thank you to all that participated and planted a tree yesterday. Also thank you to the volunteers and to Κοινοτικό Συμβούλιο...
Feb 171 min read


Hosting the survivors of NOVA
We had the pleasure of hosting 50 survivors of the 7 October 2023 massacre at the Nova music festival and 10 outstanding psychologists...
Jan 5, 20241 min read


Chanukah highlights video
Last night, Chief Rabbi Raskin illuminated the 7th candle of Chanukah at our incredible celebration. It was a spectacular evening,...
Dec 15, 20231 min read


Chanukah 2023
Spectacular Chanukah Celebration The evening at the Municipal Theatre of Larnaca was graced with captivating performances and heartfelt...
Dec 15, 20231 min read


You can help too!
Dear Friends, Due to the recent events effecting Israel, the Jewish Community of Cyprus has welcomed thousands of Israelis who have found...
Oct 24, 20231 min read


Thank you, Cyprus!
Αγαπητοί πολίτες της Κύπρου, Σε αυτές τις προκλητικές στιγμές, η αγάπη και η υποστήριξή σας αποτελούν φωτεινό σημείο ελπίδας για όλους...
Oct 24, 20231 min read


Helping those in need
Our dedicated rabbis have been working tirelessly to offer a helping hand to Israeli families displaced or stranded due to the ongoing...
Oct 24, 20231 min read


Friends in Larnaca
Dear Friends in Larnaca, In light of the ongoing conflict, we are reaching out to our community for assistance. We are urgently seeking...
Oct 24, 20231 min read


Chief Rabbi of Israel meets Archbishop of Cyprus
Chief Rabbi of Israel Rabbi David Lau met Archbishop Georgios at his palace in Nicosia on Wednesday with Chief Rabbi of Cyprus Arie Zeev...
Jun 9, 20231 min read


Chief Rabbi of Israel meets President of Cyprus
Chief Rabbi of Israel Rabbi David Lau met the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodulides, at his palace in Nicosia on...
Jun 9, 20231 min read


Largest Rabbinic Conference in Middle East Convenes in Morocco
Rabbis, Many from Muslim Countries, Convene, Welcoming a New Era in First Since Abraham Accords Conf Puts Spotlight on Chabad-Lubavitch's...
May 18, 20232 min read


Minister of Justice Visits Synagogue, Demonstrating Strong Support for Israel
The Minister of Justice, Ms Anna Koukkides-Procopiou visited the Great Synagogue of Cyprus (Μεγάλη Συναγωγή Κύπρου) yesterday,...
May 18, 20232 min read


Lag Baomer 2023
We celebrated Lag Ba'Omer out in a beautiful nature park. Hundreds arrived to eat BBQ in the open, enjoy some traditional games and of...
May 15, 20231 min read


4th May in Larnaca, Join us for a fascinating talk
Register your participation to a one of a kind talk by former Israeli Minister, Shai Piron. The talk will be presented in English and...
Apr 21, 20231 min read
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