Kikar HaShabbat
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Kikar HaShabbat, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman Explains Spiritual Reward for Overcoming Temptation
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman teaches that overcoming temptation yields a thirtyfold spiritual reward, stressing the great value of resisting the evil inclination.
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Delivers Daily Spiritual Insight on Wealth and Righteousness
Rabbi Yigal Cohen, a prominent halachic authority, shares a daily spiritual message emphasizing that wealth held by the wicked is not truly theirs, highlighting the ethical imperm…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Rules It Is a Mitzvah to Swim on Weekdays at Municipal Pools Open on Shabbat
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza ruled that it is a mitzvah to swim on weekdays at municipal pools open on Shabbat, supporting religious observance during Bein Hazmanim. His daily halacha seg…
Daily Talmud Study with Rabbi Binyamin Militzki Broadcast on Kol Chai Radio
Rabbi Binyamin Militzki leads a daily Talmud study broadcast on Kol Chai radio at 5 AM, dedicated to the healing of sick and wounded Israelis, including Mrs. Devorah Tachi.
Former PM Bennett Says Netanyahu Must Leave Politics but Opposes Prison for Him
Naftali Bennett says Benjamin Netanyahu must leave politics after the October 7 attacks but opposes his imprisonment, pledging not to join a Netanyahu-led government post-election…
Hasidic Rabbi Elimelech Biderman Shares Lesson on Small Actions Leading to Big Consequences
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman recounts a story of a man who saved electricity but faced major losses, teaching that small actions can have great value. He shared this lesson in a spiri…
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Shares Daily Spiritual Encouragement from 'Chovot HaLevavot'
Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivers a daily one-minute spiritual message on Kikar HaShabbat, drawing from 'Chovot HaLevavot' to discuss the moral idea that the wicked keep their wealth, of…
Rabbi Naftali Wasserman Presents Daily Talmud Study on Chullin 159 in Three Languages
Rabbi Naftali Wasserman leads a 10-minute Daf Yomi Talmud study on Chullin page 159, available in Hebrew, Yiddish, and English. The lesson is part of the ongoing daily Talmud stud…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Urges Public to Alert Lifeguards Using Phones at Pools
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza urges the public to warn lifeguards distracted by phones at pools, calling it a Torah obligation to prevent accidents.
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah Warns of Interest Risk in Car Rental Fuel Charges
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah explains the halachic risks of interest in car rental fuel charges, highlighting potential ribit issues when renters refill tanks beyond the initial fuel leve…
Israeli Family Faces Visa Denial and Harassment During Bar Mitzvah Trip to Australia and New Zealand
The Cohen family's bar mitzvah trip to Australia and New Zealand was marred by visa issues, security interrogations, and hostile treatment, leading them to hide their Israeli iden…
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Delivers Inspiring Torah Message for Parashat Re'eh
Rabbi Yigal Cohen, a prominent halachic authority, shared an uplifting Torah message for Parashat Re'eh, urging positive choices and spiritual strengthening in a video for Kikar H…
Yossi Elitov Explains Divine Mercy as the Only Accepted 'Bribe' in Teshuva
Yossi Elitov explains that in Judaism, God's mercy is the only 'bribe' accepted during repentance, as it acknowledges the potential for personal transformation from the moment one…
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Explains Why the Wicked Sometimes Prosper in Daily Spiritual Boost
Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivers a daily one-minute teaching explaining why wicked people sometimes prosper, based on the classic Jewish text Chovot HaLevavot, as part of a spiritual en…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Explains Blessings for Seeing the Sea or Sea of Galilee at Night
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza explains that the blessing for seeing the sea or the Sea of Galilee is recited during the day but not at night, clarifying Jewish law for vacationers visiting…
False Alarm Triggers Siren in Benjamin Region After Investigation
A siren in the Benjamin region on August 6, 2026, was confirmed to be a false alarm after investigation, with no actual threat detected.
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah Explains How to Determine a Child’s Birthdate for Attraction Entry Pricing
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah explains how to determine a young child’s birthdate for discounted entry at attractions, clarifying whether to use the Hebrew or Gregorian calendar. This guid…
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman Links Joy to Sustained Livelihood in Inspirational Message
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman teaches that increasing joy leads to increased livelihood, linking spiritual happiness with material blessings in a video message shared by Kikar HaShabba…
Daily Talmud Study with Rabbi Militzky Broadcast on Kol Chai Radio
Rabbi Binyamin Militzky leads a daily Talmud study broadcast on Kol Chai radio at 5 AM, focusing on tractate Chullin. The lesson is dedicated to the healing of sick and injured Is…
Rabbi Binyamin Hotza Explains Modesty Laws for Women During Bein Hazmanim
Rabbi Binyamin Hotza explains Jewish modesty laws for women during Bein Hazmanim, focusing on women-only swimming venues and staff presence. His brief daily halacha video guides o…
Another Woman Dies in Severe Ashkelon Bus Accident
A second woman has died following a serious bus accident in Ashkelon, with authorities confirming the fatality as emergency efforts continue.
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Explains Why God Brings Challenges to the Righteous
Rabbi Yigal Cohen explains in a short video why God permits hardships for the righteous, drawing from "Chovot HaLevavot."
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah Explains If Swimming on Shabbat Is Permitted
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah provides a brief daily halachic lesson on Kikar HaShabbat, recently explaining whether swimming on Shabbat is allowed according to Jewish law. The segment is…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah Explains If Discounted City Event Tickets Can Be Bought for Non-Residents
Rabbi Benjamin Hotah explains on Kikar HaShabbat whether it is halachically permissible to buy discounted municipal event tickets for non-residents during vacation periods. He cla…
Israeli Rabbi David Periuf Detained and Jailed 24 Hours at Miami Airport Over Old Warrant
Israeli Rabbi David Periuf was detained for 24 hours at Miami Airport due to an old unresolved traffic warrant. He was released early after intervention by Israeli businessmen and…
Rabbi Shmuel Bornstein Reveals Challenges in Kosher Supervision for Travelers Abroad
Rabbi Shmuel Bornstein exposes significant challenges in kosher supervision for travelers abroad, including insect contamination in vegetables and issues with foreign slaughterhou…
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman Shares Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky's Secret to Effective Prayer
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman shared the late Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky's secret to powerful prayer in a brief video, highlighting faith and intention. He also revealed which insurance com…
Rabbi Binyamin Miltski Leads Daily Daf Yomi Lesson on Tractate Chullin 95
Rabbi Binyamin Miltski leads the daily Daf Yomi Talmud lesson on Tractate Chullin 95, broadcast every morning on Kol Chai radio and presented by Kikar HaShabbat. The study is dedi…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotta Explains Three Sins in Lighting Shabbat Candles in Hotel Rooms
Rabbi Benjamin Hotta explains that lighting Shabbat candles in a hotel room involves committing three sins, clarifying halachic rules for travelers observing Shabbat away from hom…
Hasidic Rabbi Elimelech Biderman Reveals His Insurance Provider in Brief Video
Hasidic Rabbi Elimelech Biderman revealed his insurance company in a short video message of encouragement released on July 31, 2026.
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Shares Daily Spiritual Boost for Happiness and Peace of Mind
Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivers a daily one-minute spiritual message on Kikar HaShabbat, teaching how to achieve happiness and peace through faith, based on "Chovot HaLevavot."
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Explains If Untempered Barbecue Grids Are Permissible for Use
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza explains in a daily halacha segment whether it is permissible to use a barbecue grid that has not been ritually immersed, addressing a common issue during vac…
ZAKA Divers Share Harrowing Rescue Stories and Water Safety Warnings from Israel's Rivers and Reservoirs
ZAKA's diving unit shares critical insights on drowning risks in Israel's freshwater bodies and recounts a rare live rescue in the Yarkon River. They warn communities unfamiliar w…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Explains Blessing Rules Near Pools and Beaches Facing Immodesty
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza explains in a daily video whether it is permissible to recite blessings while in a pool or at the beach when someone nearby is immodestly dressed. The guidanc…
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman Shares How Silence Saved a Choking Child in Synagogue
Rabbi Elimelech Biderman shared how silence during synagogue prayer helped save a choking child, emphasizing calmness in emergencies.
Yossi Elituv Explains How Wealth Reveals True Character in Jewish Thought
Yossi Elituv, editor of 'Mishpacha,' explains that wealth reveals a person's true character, drawing from Or HaChaim's teachings that success can lead to spiritual distance if one…
Haredi Soldiers Attacked During Jerusalem Protest Supporting Rioters Near Supreme Court Judge's Home
During a Haredi protest in Jerusalem supporting rioters near Supreme Court Deputy President Noam Sohlberg's home, three Haredi soldiers were attacked and police faced thrown objec…
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Shares Daily Spiritual Strengthening on Trusting God
Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivers a daily one-minute spiritual message emphasizing that serving God requires trust in Him, based on Chovot HaLevavot.
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Explains If 'Hagomel' Blessing Is Required After Banana Boat Rides at Sea
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza explains on Kikar HaShabbat whether the 'Hagomel' blessing is required after riding banana boats at sea, clarifying Sephardic customs and halachic rulings on…
Rabbi Binyamin Miltski Leads Daily Daf Yomi Talmud Study on Chullin Pages 172-173
Rabbi Binyamin Miltski leads the daily Daf Yomi Talmud study on Chullin pages 172-173, broadcast each morning on Kol Chai radio and dedicated to the healing of ill members of the…
Jerusalem Rally for Rioters Arrested Near Supreme Court Judge Ends in Attacks on Soldiers and Police
A convoy welcoming 63 individuals released after riots outside Supreme Court Judge Solberg's home in Jerusalem turned violent, with attacks on soldiers and police. Avigdor Lieberm…
Support Convoy Escorts 63 Released Haredi Men After Supreme Court Judge Solberg Home Break-In
A convoy of dozens of vehicles escorted 63 Haredi men released after arrest for breaking into Supreme Court Judge Noam Solberg's home, culminating in a large welcoming event in Je…
Israeli Commentator Ishay Cohen Praises Bezalel Smotrich’s Political Achievements Over Ultra-Orthodox Parties
Ishay Cohen, a commentator and ultra-Orthodox voter, praised Bezalel Smotrich for delivering concrete political achievements, especially in the West Bank, contrasting this with th…
Chief Rabbi David Lau Offers Weekly Torah Insights on Parashat Eikev
Chief Rabbi David Lau delivers a weekly Torah teaching on Kikar HaShabbat, focusing this week on Parashat Eikev and dedicating the session to Rebbetzin Piga Tzipora's recovery.
Israeli Media Insider Reveals Highlights From Haredi Community Events and Personalities
The Israeli Haredi news site Kikar HaShabbat's weekly 'Zofnik' column highlights key religious, political, and cultural events in the ultra-Orthodox community, including a media c…
Rabbi Yonatan Schwartz Offers Weekly Torah Insights on Parashat Eikev in Multiple Languages
Rabbi Yonatan Schwartz from Boro Park provides weekly Torah insights on Parashat Eikev in Yiddish, Hebrew, and English, with additional commentaries in Persian and Hebrew also fea…
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Offers Daily Spiritual Strengthening in 60-Second Video
Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivers a daily one-minute spiritual boost on Kikar HaShabbat, sharing lessons from "Chovot HaLevavot" to inspire religious service.
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Explains If Using a Cabin Grill Is Permissible During Bein Hazmanim
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza explains in a daily halacha video whether it is allowed to use a grill at a rented cabin during the Bein Hazmanim vacation period.
