Russian President
Vladimir Putin addressed Russia's Jews to wish them well as they celebrate the
Israelites' escape from Egypt.
MOSCOW (Sputnik) — On Saturday, Russian President Vladimir Putin wished Russia's Jewish community a happy Passover; the holiday commemorates the Biblical Exodus.
"Passover is the most
ancient and most honored holiday of Judaism followers. In its origins, it
goes back to such an important event in the biblical story
as the liberation from centuries of slavery of the Jewish
people," Putin said in a telegram, as quoted by the
Kremlin’s press service.
He added that Jewish organizations operating
in Russia were fostering peace and harmony in society, boosting
mutual understanding between people of various nationalities and
religions.
On Thursday, the Russian leader wished Israeli Prime
Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a happy Passover during their talks
in Moscow.
Passover, which started on Friday night, marks the
historical events that laid the foundations of Israelites as a
free
nation and their Exodus from Egypt. The religion of Judaism is based
on the memories of the Exodus and the ensuing search for the
Promised Land and the formation of an independent Jewish state.
Source: Sputnik News 23-04-2016
