Meir Taweig Synagogue

The Meir Taweig Synagogue is the only synagogue still active in Baghdad, Iraq.[1] Today, a small group of Jews looks after the synagogue. The synagogue is located in Al-Bataween district in eastern Baghdad.

Meir Taweig Synagogue
Religion
AffiliationOrthodox Judaism
RiteEdot Hamizrach
LeadershipRabbi Emad Levy
Location
Location Baghdad, Iraq
Shown within Baghdad
Meir Taweig Synagogue (Iraq)
Geographic coordinates33.322557°N 44.416861°E / 33.322557; 44.416861
Architecture
Completed1942

See also

References

  1. "The Last Jews of Baghdad". National Public Radio. 2003-05-22. Retrieved 2007-05-28.


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