Six years ago, Rabbi Mordechai Kanelsky commissioned Rabbi Schneor Henig, a scribe from Jerusalem, to begin writing the Bris Avrohom Unity Sefer Torah. The mission was to create a Torah in which every Jew connected to Bris Avrohom could have a share.

Over the past six years, the Rabbis of Bris Avrohom- Rabbi Mordechai Kanelsky, Rabbi Baruch Lepkivker, Rabbi Dovid Wilansky, and Rabbi Avremy Kanelsky- encouraged thousands of people to participate and acquire a letter in the Sefer Torah.

On Sunday, June 14, that vision reached its joyous conclusion. More than 500 people gathered to celebrate the completion of the Unity Sefer Torah.

The event opened with Bris Avrohom sponsors receiving the honor of writing the final letters. A portion of the Torah was dedicated in memory of Jews who perished in the Holocaust or under the Communist regime in Russia or in Israel’s wars. At the Siyum Sefer Torah, many attendees put on tefillin, adding to the spirit of unity.

Following Hagbah and the singing of Sisu V’simchu, a lively procession began under a beautiful canopy, making its way from 824 Salem Ave. to the Bris Avrohom Shul. Singer Berel Zucker led heartfelt songs as the crowd danced through the closed-off streets.

Upon arrival, the new Sefer Torah was greeted by the 11 existing Sifrei Torah in the shul. Rabbi Kanelsky spoke about the significance of now having 12 Sifrei Torah—corresponding to the twelve tribes of Israel.

The celebration concluded with a lavish seudah enjoyed by all.

Rebbetzin Shterney Kanelsky worked tirelessly to coordinate the extensive preparations for the Siyum Sefer Torah, ensuring the celebration ran smoothly. Mr. Chesky Hirschfeld, manager of Bris Avrohom, expertly organized and arranged the beautiful event.

Of the Torah’s 304,805 letters, 30,000 have already been purchased. To acquire a letter for yourself or a loved one, please contact the Bris Avrohom office at 908‑289‑0770.