Bnei Akiva Founder Elimelech Levin Dies After Observing Sukkot Ritual

Elimelech Levin, a veteran and foundational figure of the Bnei Akiva youth movement for over fifty years, passed away on Sunday. He died after fulfilling the Sukkot commandment of taking the Four Species (Lulav and Etrog).

Yigal Klein, the Secretary-General of Bnei Akiva, eulogized Levin, noting that he passed away on a holiday where eulogies are traditionally limited, having just performed the ritual. Klein described Levin as one of the movement's "dreamers and builders" for over half a century, stating that nurturing Bnei Akiva was his life's work.

Levin immigrated from Yemen at a young age and joined Bnei Akiva. He later served the movement as a "Shaliach Tzibur" (prayer leader) and was part of its management, characterized by loyalty, dedication, and deep commitment to its path. The movement stated that fostering Bnei Akiva and realizing its vision were his dream and life's work.

Bnei Akiva expressed condolences to Levin's family, wishing them comfort among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.