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Moroccan Jewish Community Offers Fervent Prayers for His Majesty King Mohammed VI During Hiloula Celebration in Florida

In his address to the attendees, Ambassador Youssef Amrani emphasized the exceptional significance of the Hiloula and its role in strengthening cultural and spiritual ties with the Kingdom. “This celebration reminds us of the High Solicitude with which His Majesty King Mohammed VI surrounds the Moroccan Jewish community. His commitment to preserving Morocco's plural identity and its rich Jewish heritage fills us all with pride,” he stated.
Reflecting on the millennia-old shared history between Jews and Muslims in Morocco, the ambassador highlighted: “For centuries, our communities have lived side by side in our country, sharing culinary traditions, language, music, and much more. Under the enlightened leadership of the Monarchy, we have overcome historical challenges together while remaining united and proud of our diversity as Moroccans, wherever we may be in the world.”
“This Hiloula, celebrated in the Moroccan tradition, attests to the enduring nature of this bond,” he continued, emphasizing that the prayers offered for His Majesty King Mohammed VI and the Royal Family “illustrate the importance of strong leadership in maintaining this living connection.” Ambassador Amrani expressed particular satisfaction in the unwavering attachment of the Moroccan Jewish community to its roots, noting that “this attachment to our spiritual and cultural heritage serves as an example for all.” He also underscored the contemporary relevance of the Moroccan model of peaceful coexistence: “As Moroccans, we can not only remind the world that Jews and Muslims can live harmoniously together but also embody the hope for a better future for our region.”
Throughout the ceremony, members of the Moroccan Jewish community expressed their deep gratitude toward His Majesty King Mohammed VI. They especially praised the Sovereign's enlightened vision and unwavering commitment to preserving their cultural and religious heritage. This gratitude was profoundly felt through touching testimonies evoking the Royal benevolence and the climate of peace and tolerance that prevails in Morocco, allowing all components of Moroccan society to flourish.
Grand Rabbi Dovid Lau, for his part, fervently renewed the unwavering attachment of the Jewish community to His Majesty King Mohammed VI and the glorious Alaouite Throne. He began his address with prayers and invocations to the Almighty, wishing the Monarch a long life.
Expressing his deep respect for the commitment and unwavering dedication of His Majesty, the Grand Rabbi praised His determined efforts in advancing the Kingdom and ensuring the well-being of His people. He further emphasized the Sovereign's benevolence toward Moroccan Jews, both within the Kingdom and across the world, demonstrating His continuous solicitude for them. Finally, he gratefully acknowledged His Majesty's steadfast commitment to the preservation and promotion of Morocco's rich Jewish heritage, a reflection of the country's plural and harmonious identity.
The celebration served as a vibrant testament to the richness of Moroccan Jewish heritage, seamlessly blending the centuries-old traditions of Moroccan communities. Traditional dishes and liturgical songs echoed through the synagogue, culminating in the solemn lighting of the menorah candles, an ancient ritual symbolizing the transmission of spiritual heritage across generations.
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