Chevron Plans Huge Shabbos

By COLlive reporter

An unprecedented Shabbos is set to take place this weekend at the Me’arat Hamachpela in the holy city of Chevron as thousands gather to celebrate Parshas Chayei Sarah.

Described in detail how Avraham Avinu purchased a piece of property to bury his wife, this week’s Torah portion provides eternal evidence to the Jewish right to the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Every year, Jews people from around the world come to Chevron on this Shabbos. This year, this tradition will be magnified in marking 50 years since Chevron was rightfully returned to Jewish hands.

Thanks to an anonymous donor, Chabad of Chevron is coordinating a huge Shabbos operation that will be able to feed some 3,000 people for what might be the largest sit-down Shabbos meal in history.

Chabad will provide lavish meals, shiurim, lively farbrengens and kiddushim throughout Shabbos, following in the footsteps of the legendary hospitality of Avraham Avinu and Sarah Imeinu.

“This is the first time in the 20 years that we have been on Shlichus that such a grand event has taken place here in Chevron, perhaps even since the time of Avraham Avinu himself,” said Rabbi Danny Cohen, Shliach of Chevron.

“An event of such a scale required a large sum of money, which our donor was immediately ready and happy to give. It takes an incredible person to offer such a generous sum. We are eternally grateful,” he said, thanking another Shliach for making the connection with the donor.

A large ‘hachnosas orchim’ tent is being set up outside of Me’arat Hamachpela with special permission from Israeli authorities. Guests are welcome to join for all four meals – all free of charge.

On Friday afternoon, a kvitel will be read at Me’arat Hamachpela in honor of the event. Chabad of Chevron invites everyone to add their names and personal prayers at chabadhebron.com.

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