Kabbalist Yaakov Ades Recounts Life of Rabbi David Tziri

Kabbalist Rabbi Yaakov Ades has shared rare details about the life of Rabbi David Shalom Tziri, who passed away on the eve of Sukkot. Ades described Tziri as a figure whose "life's work influenced tens of thousands." Speaking to Radio Kol Chai, Ades detailed Tziri's exceptionally rigorous daily routine dedicated to Torah study and good deeds.

Ades, who spent most of his days alongside Tziri for many years, stated that Rabbi Tziri would arrive at the yeshiva around 4:45 AM and leave around 2:00 AM. He reportedly ate very little on weekdays, subsisting on basic items like salads and crackers, and maintained his vitality solely through Torah study.

Ades also elaborated on Tziri's prayer practices, which involved hours of standing and adherence to the intentions of the Ari and Rashash. In his public work, Ades highlighted Tziri's involvement in promoting the "teshuvah" movement, including encouraging Rabbi Uri Zohar to register children for Torah institutions. Furthermore, Tziri was actively involved in encouraging childbirth and preventing abortions, which Ades claimed led to the birth of thousands of children.