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Rabbi’s Farewell After Tragedy | Durham News
Rabbi Jeffrey Myers, the spiritual leader who guided Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life synagogue through the unimaginable aftermath of the 2018 synagogue shooting—the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history—is stepping down at age 70, saying his mission is complete. Just over a year after the tragedy that claimed 11 lives, Myers found solace in the Book of Psalms, especially Psalm 121, which became his anchor through grief. Known for blending scripture with pop culture—like quoting Mr. Spock—he delivered a heartfelt farewell, honoring each victim by name and leading the congregation in “You’ve…
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