Sefardi community members of Crown Heights gathered for the annual Hiloula of Rabbi Yaacov Abuhatzeira a.k.a the Abir Yaacov hosted by Merkaz Sefarad Chabad and the Zaetz family.
Rabbi Yaacov Abuhatzeira is the grandfather of the Baba Sali זצוק”ל whose Hiloula is two weeks later on 4 Shevat.
20 Tevet is also the Hiloula of the Rambam and the grandfather of the Rabbi Chaim ben Attar, otherwise known as the Or Hachaim Hakadosh.
The annual Hiloula also takes place just days before 24 Tevet, which is the Hiloula of the Alter Rebbe.
The inspiring evening included Tefilot for our soldiers and hostages, and for the safety of am Yisroel. Rabbonim and Mashpiim offered Divrei Torah, words of Chizuk and Tefillah. Traditional Moroccan foods were served, and participants enjoyed live music accompanied by excellent Paytanim.
The Hiloula is partially sponsored by Mrs. Chaya Zaetz, a granddaughter of the Baba Sali, and her family, and the Merkaz Sefarad.
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