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  • 14:52

    Jerusalem Municipality publishes safety warnings for synagogues

    The Jerusalem Municipality has published safety instructions for people attending synagogue this Shabbat.

    -People with personal guns are advised to bring them, hidden under the worshippers' clothes

    -Synagogue officials should make a list of attendees with guns

    -Armed worshippers should sit near entrances so that they are ready to act if necessary

    -Synagogue officials should appoint someone who is familiar with the regular attendees to watch people as they enter

    -Officials should should the area around the synagogue before people enter, in order to identify anything out of place - people, packages, etc.

    -If necessary, vehicles should not be allowed to park in front of the synagogue

    -During Shabbat and holidays there should be a working phone, set on silent, that can call for help if necessary

    -Worshippers should remain attentive on their way to and from the synagogue