Thousands celebrate Torah scroll induction at Western Wall

A festive ceremony at the Western Wall in Jerusalem drew thousands of participants on Tuesday evening, marking the completion and induction of the ninth Torah scroll for the children of Israel, according to Channel 14.

Thousands of people gathered at the Western Wall in Jerusalem on Tuesday evening for the completion and induction of a Torah scroll dedicated to the children of Israel, according to Channel 14. The festive event marked the ninth such scroll in a project that has drawn participants across the country.

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