How to remember
Memory is not only grief but also action. A few ways to honor those lost.
Not to forget
The memory of October 7 is kept not only on the anniversary. To light a candle, tie a yellow ribbon, read the names, support the families, tell what happened — each such step keeps the tragedy from becoming just a line in a textbook.
How to honor their memory
A memorial candle
Light a candle in memory of the fallen — an ancient Jewish sign of a light that keeps burning.
A yellow ribbon
Tie a yellow ribbon — a symbol of solidarity and of remembrance for those who were awaited home.
The names
Read and say the names of the killed and abducted: remembrance name by name is an ancient tradition.
A symbol understood without words
The yellow ribbon became a worldwide sign of solidarity with the hostages and of hope for their return. It was tied to trees, worn on clothing, and drawn on signs around the world.
A Sabbath table set with empty places and a counter of the days in captivity reminded everyone: behind every symbol is a living person. Today, with all returned, the ribbon remains a sign of memory and gratitude.
Remembrance in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan is home to one of the world's oldest Jewish communities, a long tradition of interfaith tolerance, and warm ties with Israel. The tragedy of October 7 echoed with grief in Baku, in Quba, and in Krasnaya Sloboda: in the community's synagogues memorial candles were lit, psalms were read, and prayers were offered for the fallen and for the return of the hostages.
May their memory be a blessing.