Renowned Jerusalem Rabbi Shmuel Shmelka Klein Passes Away at 70
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
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- Rabbi Shmuel Shmelka Klein died suddenly at age 70.
- He was a respected scholar in Jerusalem's Ramat Shlomo.
- His funeral took place on October 20, 2026.
- He was buried on the Mount of Olives.
- He was known for his dedication to Torah study and kindness.
Rabbi Shmuel Shmelka Klein, a respected scholar in the Ramat Shlomo neighborhood of Jerusalem, has passed away suddenly at the age of 70. Born in 1956 to Rabbi Yaakov Yisrael Klein of Bnei Brak, Rabbi Klein dedicated his life to Torah study with immense diligence.
He was married to the daughter of Rabbi Nachum Tzvi Kazazkov. Known for his pleasant demeanor and kindness to all, Rabbi Klein was admired by his community. Friends and acquaintances recall him as an elevated figure who served God even through significant personal suffering, which he accepted with love and silence.
His unexpected death during the intermediate days of the Sukkot holiday (Chol HaMoed) has deeply shocked his family, friends, and acquaintances. The funeral procession departed from his home at 3 Lopian Street in Ramat Shlomo, Jerusalem, on Monday, October 20, 2026, at 3:30 PM, proceeding to the Mount of Olives for burial.
Rabbi Klein is survived by his grieving family, including the Klein, Broida, Stenger, Hyman, and Zaretsky families. The family will observe the traditional seven-day mourning period (Shiva) at his home after the holiday.
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