Nearly 5,000 Jews, from all over the world, arrived in Morocco, last weakened in order to take part in the "Abraham Ben Zmirou Hillula" in Safi. Abraham Ben Zmirou was a Jewish philosopher and a poet from the 15th century, who originated from the Italian peninsula and settled in Morocco. Thanks to his knowledge and deep understanding of both Jewish and islamic philosophy he gained the respect and admiration of both communities in Morocco.

<i>Yabiladi</i> reports that the "Hillula" (celebrations) lasted two days and one night. Many women who wish to conceive or get married and many sick people came to take part in this Jewish religious ceremony in hope of that their prayers will be heard.

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