Historic Chofetz Chaim Yeshiva Reopens in Belarus After WWII
Summarized from Israel National News by baba
The historic Radin Yeshiva in Radun, Belarus, has reopened for students after being closed since World War II. Canadian Rabbi Dovid Hofstedter led efforts to restore the building, which was purchased by Yad Yisroel in 2025. The yeshiva, founded by Rabbi Israel Meir Kagan, aims to continue his teachings for future generations. The reopening ceremony brought together international rabbis, highlighting a renewed interest in Jewish heritage sites in Eastern Europe.
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- The historic Radin Yeshiva in Belarus reopened for students after being closed since World War II.
- Canadian Rabbi Dovid Hofstedter spearheaded the restoration of the yeshiva, founded by Rabbi Israel Meir Kagan.
- The building was purchased by the nonprofit Yad Yisroel in 2025 and underwent a year of restoration.
- The yeshiva aims to continue the teachings of the Chofetz Chaim for future generations.
- The reopening ceremony saw 100 international rabbis gather, signifying renewed interest in Jewish heritage.
- The yeshiva's history was obscured by Soviet rule and neglect after the Nazi occupation.
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