Egypt Restores, Reopens Synagogue

Egypt has reopened the historic Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue, whose roots can be traced to the 14th century. The building had been closed for renovations following a partial collapse. Its reopening is hardly a sign of a Jewish resurgence, since few Jews remain in Egypt after most left 60 years ago in the face of hostilities. Only three Jews turned out at the January 2020 re-inauguration. Cairo photojournalist Hamada Elrasam gives us a peek inside the magnificent stone structure whose beauty and splendor gives visitors a sense of what was once one of the world's most vibrant Jewish communities.