| 词条 | Beth Yaakov Synagogue | |
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The Beth Yaakov Synagogue is located in the heart of the city of Geneva. It has also been known as the Grande Synagogue. It was built between 1858 and 1859 for the Ashkenzai Jewish community, which was about 200 people during the creation of the Synagogue. ArchitectureThe architecture a mix of Moorish Revival architecture and Byzantine architecture. The synagogue was designed by the Swiss Architect Jean Henri Bachofen. At the entrance one can see Moorish style Arches. The platform for reading of the Torah (the bimah) is located in front of the Torah ark, opposite the main entrance. This style was adopted later in the history of world Synagogues, since the Bimah was usually built in the middle of the congregation. Women have their own sections on both sides of the prayer hall. The building has been registered as a Historic monument (Switzerland) because of its architecture. Photo galleryReferenceshttp://www.sacred-destinations.com/switzerland/geneva-grande-synagogue.htm {{coord|46|12|10|N|6|08|27|E|region:CH_type:landmark_source:kolossus-frwiki|display=title}}{{Switzerland-synagogue-stub}} 5 : Ashkenazi Jewish culture in Europe|Ashkenazi synagogues|Synagogues in Switzerland|Buildings and structures in Geneva|Religion in Geneva |
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