Thousands Gather for Religious Zionist Rabbis' Annual Gathering in Jerusalem

Hundreds of senior rabbis, including the Chief Rabbi of Israel, heads of yeshivas, city rabbis, judges, and community rabbis from across the country, convened at the International Convention Center in Jerusalem for the "Hakabalat Panai Rabo" (Greeting the Face of the Teacher) event. The gathering, organized and managed by the "Derech Eretz" Rabbis Organization, also saw the participation of thousands of members of the general public.

The event, now in its 13th year, has become a central tradition for the Religious Zionist community during the intermediate days of the Sukkot holiday. It serves as a broad meeting point for rabbis from all over Israel and the public, fostering a connection between the rabbinate and the wider community.

During the evening, Torah discussions were held by prominent Religious Zionist rabbis, with the central ceremony focusing on holiday joy, respect for Torah, and the special encounter between the rabbinical world and the public. The event concluded in an atmosphere of great joy and celebration, reinforcing the bond between rabbis, study halls, and communities nationwide.

Rabbi Bneiahu Horovitz, Chairman of the Derech Eretz Rabbis Organization, expressed his excitement at the large turnout, stating, "To see here hundreds of rabbis and thousands of participants, from all over the country and all shades of the Religious Zionist public, gathering together for the honor of Torah and the honor of our teachers, this is a great privilege." He emphasized that the event is no longer just an occasion but a tradition, aligning with Sukkot's theme of connection and moving from the private home to the shared space.

Horovitz thanked all the rabbis, participants, and partners who took part, adding that the Derech Eretz Rabbis Organization will continue its work to strengthen the connection between the world of Torah and rabbinate and the public in Israel, continuing the tradition in the coming years.