Vladimir Putin congratulated Russian Jews on Rosh Hashanah (New Year). The president's telegram is posted on the Kremlin website.
The head of state stressed that Jewish religious organizations do a lot for the successful development of the country, carry out social works, participate in the implementation of educational programs, charitable projects and others.
Putin, furthermore, highlighted the efforts of Jewish organizations to maintain inter-ethnic and inter-religious peace and harmony in the country.
The President wished Russians professing Judaism health, prosperity and happy holidays.
In turn, the Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishoustine also congratulated the Chief Rabbis of Russia on the feast of Rosh Hashanah and focused on the contribution of the Jewish community of the country for spiritual and moral education of young people, reports the press service of the Government of the Russian Federation.
congratulated Berl Lazar, Adolf Shaevich and the head of the Federation of Jewish Communities (FEOR) of Russia Alexander Boroda.
“ The celebration of Rosh Hashanah is filled with joy and hope for a good and prosperous year ahead '', & ndash; said in a telegram from the chief of staff.
The Jewish New Year is celebrated on the first two days of the month of Tishrei according to the Jewish calendar and usually falls at the end of September & ndash; beginning of October.