Mikveh - Shoshana

Built in 1995, located at 32 Markwell Ave, Surfers Paradise.

A Mikveh is a natural body of water or a specially constructed pool filled with water, a certain percentage of which comes from natural sources. Modern Mikveh's are clean, attractive and private.

For centuries, Mikveh has been central to Jewish life and a cornerstone of every Jewish community. By Jewish law, one must build a Mikveh even prior to a Synagogue. One may even sell a Sefer Torah in order to raise the funds for a Mikveh.

Mikveh's were built on the famous and historic site of Massada, and existed secretly in the former Soviet Union, at great risk to Soviet Jews.

Married women immerse themselves in the Mikveh each month after menstruation prior to resuming marital relations.

The Mikveh is also used by a bride prior to her wedding and by a convert in the conversion process. It can also be used for immersing dishes before use.

Mikveh revitalizes intimate aspects of a marriage relationship and encourages mutual respect and friendship between partners.

It is for this vital aspect of a Mikveh, that Rabbi Gurevitch and the Gold Coast Hebrew Congregation have taken upon themselves to build a Mikveh in our premises. It not only serves the families in our community, but it equally provides a service for the many interstate visitors who take advantage of it whilst on holiday. Once again, our Mikveh is an additional encouragement and service to take advantage by any traditional family to relocate or visit our community.

For a tour of our Mikveh and more info. about this significant tradition please contact Rebbetzin Dina Gurevitch on: 0419 392 818 or our office on 07 5570 1851.

For more information please checkout this site: http://mikvah.org