Selichot

 According to a Rabbinic tradition, all prayer ascends by way of Ma'arat HaMachpela, and it is our ancestral merit that defends the Jewish People during the Days of Judgment and Mercy. The Patriarchs are mentioned in the Selichot of all the communities of Israel, and we hope and pray that through their merit we may attain forgiveness. During the Selichot Period, there is no place like Ma'arat HaMachpela for praying for ancestral merit, for mentioning the covenant of Abraham and the Binding of Isaac. At that time, the Ma'ara is packed with worshippers, and during some of the days of Selichot, the entire site is open to Jews, even at night. Our central Selichot service [the first night of Ashkenazic Selichot] is exciting and special. Contact us for details about special dates during the Selichot season: 02- 9965333,  shalom@machpela.com