Rabbi Reuven Elbaz Decries Persecution of Torah Scholars at Selichot Event Attended by Minister Ben Gvir
Thousands of participants gathered Tuesday night for a Selichot (penitential prayers) ceremony at the "Ohr HaChaim" yeshiva, led by Rabbi Reuven Elbaz, a member of the Council of Torah Sages. Among the attendees was National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who met with Rabbi Elbaz before the prayers and received a blessing for the new year.
During his address amidst the Selichot prayers, Rabbi Elbaz passionately spoke about what he described as the "persecution" of Torah scholars in Israel. He specifically referenced the arrests of yeshiva students and kollel members, which he attributed to the absence of a conscription law and their dedication to Torah study.
The rabbi referred to Minister Ben-Gvir as "my friend" during his remarks. The event took place at the "Ohr HaChaim" yeshiva, a prominent institution.
While the article focuses on Rabbi Elbaz's strong words regarding the arrests and the perceived persecution of religious students, it also notes the presence of Minister Ben-Gvir, highlighting a meeting between the two figures prior to the prayer service.
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