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Renowned Kabbalist Rabbi David Batzri Dies Suddenly at 85

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Rabbi David Batzri, known as the "Elder of the Kabbalists" and head of the HaShalom Yeshiva, died at 85 after collapsing at his home in Bnei Brak. He was renowned for his expertise in Kabbalah and dybbuk-removal ceremonies.

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  • Rabbi David Batzri, "Elder of the Kabbalists," died at 85.
  • He collapsed at his Bnei Brak home and died at Sheba Medical Center.
  • Batzri led Jerusalem's HaShalom Yeshiva for Kabbalists.
  • He was known for Kabbalah expertise and dybbuk-removal ceremonies.
  • The Shas movement mourned his significant loss to the Torah world.

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