Singers Receive Blessing from Rabbi Yigal Cohen After Donating Torah Scroll
Israeli singers Yonatan Kalimi and Tamar Yehalami visited Rabbi Yigal Cohen, a prominent religious leader and member of the Chief Rabbinate Council, to receive a blessing and consultation. The visit followed their donation of a new Torah scroll to a synagogue.
During the meeting at Rabbi Cohen's residence, the rabbi inscribed a letter in the Torah scroll, a traditional act performed when a new scroll is completed. He offered the singers a special blessing, commending them for their efforts in promoting Torah study and strengthening Judaism. Rabbi Cohen stated, "You are doing a great sanctification of God's name."
Kalimi and Yehalami are known within the Jewish music scene for composing and creating numerous songs. Their notable works include the melody for the song "Ata Kan," performed by Shaul Soli, and "B'sof Tamid Chozzer," which has been re-recorded by various artists. The article highlights their contribution to religious outreach through their music and charitable acts.
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