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