Plaque Wording: The remains of the inscription indicate that this building was once a house of study for a Torah group who conducted Talmud lessons for the adult members of the Jewish community. The inscription within the Shields of David indicates, according to the Jewish calendar, that the group was founded in 1810 (right) and that the building was renovated in 1912 (left). In 1773 the building was damaged by fire, and was only renovated in the first half of the 19th century. During renovation it was converted into the group's learning centre for Talmudic studies, which previously operated from 6 Esther Street, in the Jewish quarter. The building was renovated again in 1912. The acronym ח"ק stands for 'חברה קדושה' (Holy Society), a common name for voluntary organizations engaged in activities related to observing the Jewish commandments within the Jewish community.