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'Our hearts are shattered', says Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis

'Our hearts are shattered', says Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis

Summary

Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis described the recent attack in Manchester as a "very dark time" for Jewish people. He expressed that their hearts are "shattered" by the event, fearing such an incident might happen due to preceding tensions.

Key Facts

  • Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis commented on a recent attack in Manchester.
  • He said the incident marks a "very dark time" for Jewish people.
  • Rabbi Mirvis spoke on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme about the event.
  • He described the community's emotional response as having "shattered hearts."
  • There was concern about the attack due to previous tensions.

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