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Sheila and Abe Benjamin wedding, 1971.
Número del objetoM2023/045
TítuloSheila and Abe Benjamin wedding, 1971.
DescripciónPhotograph of Sheila and Abe Benjamin cutting the cake at their wedding at the Einfeld lounge, Maccabean Hall, 25 April 1971.
The couple were married on Rosh Chodesh during the period of 'the Omer', which begins the second night of Passover and continues until Shavuot. Omer, meaning 'a sheaf,' refers to the measure of grain that was once offered at the Temple in Jerusalem. Traditionally in Judaism, weddings are excluded during the Omer because it is considered a time of mourning. However, on the minor Jewish holiday of Rosh Chodesh, that marks the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar, the restrictions of the Omer are lessened and weddings are permitted.
The Maccabean Hall, where the Benhamin's celebrated their reception, has been a cherished part of Sydney's Jewish community for 100 years. Affectionately known as The Macc, it was established in 1923 as a war memorial and community center. General Sir John Monash immortalized it as a place dedicated to preserving the Jewish faith and community.
Over the years, The Macc has been a vibrant hub for social activities, including meetings, lectures, debates, gymnastics and theatrical events. It has also been a place for building friendships, celebrating weddings, and marking rites of passage like bar and bat mitzvahs.
The couple were married on Rosh Chodesh during the period of 'the Omer', which begins the second night of Passover and continues until Shavuot. Omer, meaning 'a sheaf,' refers to the measure of grain that was once offered at the Temple in Jerusalem. Traditionally in Judaism, weddings are excluded during the Omer because it is considered a time of mourning. However, on the minor Jewish holiday of Rosh Chodesh, that marks the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar, the restrictions of the Omer are lessened and weddings are permitted.
The Maccabean Hall, where the Benhamin's celebrated their reception, has been a cherished part of Sydney's Jewish community for 100 years. Affectionately known as The Macc, it was established in 1923 as a war memorial and community center. General Sir John Monash immortalized it as a place dedicated to preserving the Jewish faith and community.
Over the years, The Macc has been a vibrant hub for social activities, including meetings, lectures, debates, gymnastics and theatrical events. It has also been a place for building friendships, celebrating weddings, and marking rites of passage like bar and bat mitzvahs.
Lugar de producciónDarlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
Fecha 1971 - 1971
Nombre del objetophotographs