The synagogue was built in 1964 by the founders of the Nahal outpost. It consists of two sections: the original concrete structure and an additional large tent attached to it, which serves as the women’s section. The walls are decorated with biblical illustrations created by the painter Yitzhak Ben Yehuda, a resident of the community.
Outside the synagogue, on the grassy plaza, stands a stone chair in memory of Rabbi Carlebach. On Sabbaths, Kiddush gatherings were held there, and Rabbi Shlomo would sit [on a simple chair], sing, tell stories, and share words of Torah. After his passing, the stone chair was placed in his memory.
Over the years, tens of thousands have prayed in the synagogue. It has become a significant site for visitors and participants in tours of Mevo Modi’im.
Renovation and preservation efforts are now planned. Carrying out these actions to maintain the site for future generations is one of the goals of the “Meor Modi’im Community Heritage Center” non-profit organization.
