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Minneapolis Mikvah for Women
A Mikvah is a pool used for ritual immersion. Jewish law mandates that women immerse themselves in the Mikvah after menstruation, before marriage, and after childbirth. Immersion in the Mikvah is also required for conversion to Judaism for both men…
Kenesseth Israel Orthodox Synagogue
Established in 1891 in the historic North Side Jewish neighborhood, Kenesseth Israel followed the migration of Jews into St. Louis Park in 1971. Kenesseth Israel is an Orthodox Congregation, strictly adhering to Torah laws and teachings.
Grape juice window display at The Kosher Spot
The Kosher Spot is a small kosher grocery store in St. Louis Park, and an important shopping destination for observant residents. This photo, taken during the holiday of Passover, shows a display for grape juice, an often used alternative to ritual…
Child's Purim Drawing in Vitali's
One child's creative drawing of "Golidiloks/Brad" to celebrate Purim, a Jewish holiday when many children dress up in costumes.
Frankel's World of Judaica
Like Elijah's Cup, Frankel's sells Jewish books and other Jewish items. In addition to selling religious and spiritual texts for adults, the store is well stocked with Jewish-themed children's books, DVDs and toys.
Advertisement for Mah Jongg Rules Card in the window of Elijah's Cup
Located in a small strip mall in the eruv is Elijah's Cup, a Jewish bookstore that also sells other religious and cultural items, like Kiddush cups and Menorahs. In the window, the shop advertises a new Mah Jongg standard rules card. A popular parlor…
Darchei Noam Synagogue and parking lot
A view of the Darchei Noam Modern-Orthodox Synagogue in St. Louis Park.
Bais Yisroel Classrooms
The congregation of Bais Yisroel places a great emphasis on religious study and lifelong learning. Classrooms at Bais Yisroel are home to serious Torah, Talmud, and Hebrew study for both children and adults. The classrooms at Bais Yisroel are also…
Bais Yisroel Synagogue
Front view of Bais Yisroel Orthodox Synagogue in St. Louis Park.
Front View of Bais Yisroel Orthodox Synagogue
Bais Yisroel Synagogue was formed in the late 1980s, after breaking off from Kenesseth Israel. Bais Yisroel is the most conservative of the Orthodox congregations in St. Louis Park, embracing elements of the Haredi tradition, often referred to as…
