Every year, hundreds of Jewish individuals from across Morocco and around the world gather on Sunday, December 9, at the mausoleum of Rabbi David Ben Baroukh in the Tinzert region of Taroudant, located 80 kilometers east of Agadir in southern Morocco.
Hiloula is a significant religious celebration within the Moroccan Jewish community. Its primary purpose is to pray for a good life and the resolution of personal and communal problems. Participants light candles, touch the memorial stone, and pray at the
in the Tinzert region of Taroudant
During the event, pilgrims raise funds for the caretakers of the saint’s tomb by auctioning off large candles and other memorabilia to the highest bidders.
The ceremony was attended by notable officials, including the Souss-Massa region governor, Ahmed Hajji; the governor of Taroudant province, Lahoucine Amzal; and other civil and military authorities. The Jewish community used this occasion to publicly reaffirm their deep connection to Morocco and their loyalty to the Alaouite dynasty.
Every year, hundreds of Jewish visitors from countries such as France, England, the United States, Tunisia, Iraq, and Venezuela travel to Taroudant to participate in the Hiloula celebrations.
During the ceremony, attendees fervently prayed to the Almighty for good health, happiness, and a long life for His Majesty King Mohammed VI.
The congregation also supplicated for the Sovereign’s blessings through HRH Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, HRH Prince Moulay Rachid, and all members of the esteemed Royal Family. Additionally, prayers were offered for the souls of the late HM Hassan II and HM Mohammed V.
In an interview with MAP, Alber Al Maleh, head of the mausoleum of Rabbi David Ben Baroukh, highlighted the significance of this annual Hiloula, which continues to unite Jews from Morocco and abroad in a shared spiritual celebration.
