Ohel Simha Congregation
Long Branch, New Jersey
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About Ohel Simha Congregation
Ohel Simha Congregation is a Sephardic Syrian synagogue located on Park Avenue in Long Branch, New Jersey, serving the Jersey Shore community for over three decades. Founded in 1989 as a local minyan dedicated to the memory of Simha Mamiye Dabbah, the congregation has grown into a vibrant center of Jewish life while preserving Sephardic traditions, liturgical practices, and customs. The synagogue expanded significantly in 2008 with the addition of a 19,000-square-foot facility featuring multiple prayer rooms, meeting spaces, and a social hall. Under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Shmuel Choueka, Ohel Simha offers year-round educational programs including Talmud Torah classes for men, women, and children, along with Shabbat classes and community events.
First-Time Visitor Info for Ohel Simha Congregation
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: The congregation follows Sephardic Syrian liturgical traditions and prayer customs, with services led by trained cantors and rabbinical leadership. Visitor Tips: Ohel Simha welcomes visitors from the broader community and serves as a gathering place for celebrations and lifecycle events; first-time visitors are encouraged to contact the congregation directly for service times and any specific questions about observance.
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