An inspiring Lag BaOmer parade took place on the grounds of the Jewish Museum in Moscow and in neighboring educational institutions, with hundreds of children participating under the leadership of Rabbi Berel Lazar, Head Shliach and Chief Rabbi of Russia.

Despite Lag BaOmer falling on a Friday this year, a dedicated group of Shluchim, led by Rabbi Eliyahu Dikshtein, initiated a special campaign to organize a large parade—an event typically held on Sunday. Their efforts paid off, drawing an overwhelming number of participants, so much so that organizers had to bring in extra chairs to accommodate everyone.

Many children took part, helping to demonstrate a remarkable Kiddush Hashem in line with the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s call to hold “holy processions” on this day and to ignite the flame of Yiddishkeit across the world.

During the event, the children recited the twelve psukim and learned about the significance of Lag BaOmer from Rabbi Lazar. An upshernish ceremony was also held for one of the Shluchim’s children in Moscow.

A touching highlight was when a Jewish student from Morocco, studying nearby, happened to pass by and put on Tefillin for the very first time—an emotional moment that resonated deeply with all in attendance.

The event concluded with a festive rally, featuring a raffle with special prizes for all participants. Every boy and girl received a goodie bag to commemorate this meaningful day.

Photography: Levi Nazarov

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