Synagogue of Trieste

Synagogue of Trieste

Infobox religious building
building_name =Israelite Temple of Trieste
"Tempio Israelitico di Trieste"


caption = External view of the synagogue
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religious_affiliation = Orthodox Judaism
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status = Active synagogue
leadership = Rabbi David Yitzak Margalit
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year_completed = 1912
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architect = Ruggero Berlam and Arduino Berlam
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materials =The Israelite Temple of Trieste is a Jewish house of worship in Trieste, Italy.

History

It was built between 1908 and 1912, and bears the brilliant hallmark of Christian architects Ruggero and Arduino Berlam. The Temple was unveiled in 1912 in the presence of city authorities, and it replaced the four smaller Synagogues that previously existed.

The synagogue was closed in 1942 following the instigation of the Race laws under the Fascist regime. As soon as the war finished the synagogue went back into operation.Today it is recognised as one of the largest and most important place of worship for Jews in Europe.

Architectural Style

Different architectural styles have successfully blended into this building, whose essence is represented by four powerful marble pillars supporting an imposing central dome.

The style has been described as follows:

References

* [http://www.triestebraica.it/ Jewish Community of Trieste Official website]
*"Synagogues of Europe", P. 372, Carole Herselle Krinsky


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