Rabbi Nachman of Breslov

Top Lithuanian Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi Criticizes Religious Zionism and Israel's Existence

Rabbi Dov Lando, a prominent ultra-Orthodox leader, has criticized religious Zionism, the State of Israel, and secular Israeli society. He questioned the necessity of Israel's exi…

Torah Scholars Convene for Jerusalem Study Event

Hundreds of scholars and students participated in a major Torah study event in Jerusalem, led by prominent rabbis. The event featured in-depth Talmudic discussions and a ceremony…

New Book by Rabbi Yitzchak Chaim Sabato Offers 'A Walk in the Orchard' of

Rabbi Sabato also expresses gratitude to his father and other influential rabbis.

Rabbi Shares Memories of Rabbi

The Rabbi shared memories of the Rabbi, focusing on his teachings about spiritual strengthening, guarding one's tongue, and embracing the positive aspects of returnees to religiou…

Top Rabbis Engage in Polite Seat Dispute During Hakafot Shniot

During a religious ceremony, two prominent rabbis, Rabbi Meir Tzaddok and the Rishon LeZion, engaged in a polite dispute over who would sit, with Rabbi Tzaddok ultimately deferrin…

Top Rabbis Exchange Seats in Display of Mutual Respect

Two prominent rabbis, Rabbi Moshe Tzedakah and Rabbi Shlomo Amar, engaged in a respectful exchange over seating during a Simchat Torah celebration. Rabbi Tzedakah offered his seat…

Ra'anana Remembers Rabbi Ben Zion Bilitzky

A memorial event was held in Ra'anana for Rabbi Ben Zion Bilitzky, former rabbi of the "Yavneh" synagogue and ex-chairman of the city's Religious Council. Speakers remembered his…

Philanthropist Donates $500 to Each Haredi Draft Dodger in Military Prison

A philanthropist, Rabbi Ari Schwartz, has provided $500 grants to 96 Haredi yeshiva students imprisoned for refusing IDF enlistment to continue their Torah studies. The funds are…

Leading Rabbis Embark on Historic Journey to Radin, Vilna, and Volozhin

A delegation of prominent rabbis is traveling to Radin, Volozhin, and Vilna for a spiritual journey focused on prayer, reinforcing Torah study, and connecting with historical cent…

Bennett Criticizes Old Remarks Presented as New by Channel 12

Naftali Bennett condemned statements by Rabbi Dov Lando as antisemitic, unaware or ignoring that he had already denounced the same remarks five months earlier when they were prese…

Top Rabbi Denounces Journalist's Anti-Haredi Remarks

Prominent the Rabbi criticized a journalist's reported anti-Haredi comments as "primitive" and unbecoming of a "civilized person" during a discussion with MKs.

Celebrates Sukkot Holiday

Sanz Rabbi Vows to Atone for Followers Who Strengthen Observance

The Rabbi of Sanz declared he would atone for followers who commit to increased religious observance and discarding negative influences. The pledge was made during the Hakafot Shn…

Shas Chairman Deri: "Parents Fear Sons Will Be Arrested for Torah Study"

Shas Chairman Aryeh Deri voiced fears that yeshiva students could be arrested for studying Torah, vowing his party won't join a government until their status is resolved. Shas lea…

Rabbi Enters Ritual With Son, Forgoing Aides, to Give Him Full Attention

The head of the Torat Ze'ev yeshiva entered the Simchat Torah hakafot ceremony with his son, foregoing the usual accompaniment of senior rabbis to give the son his undivided atten…

Top Rabbi Criticizes Religious, State of Israel

Ashdod Religious Council Chairman Honored by Visiting Rabbis

Prominent Sephardic rabbis visited Ashdod Religious Council Chairman Ovadia Dahan to honor his work, especially the renovation and construction of local mikvahs. The event highlig…

Golan Heights School Blends Farming, Torah Study, and National Service

Ulpana Regavim, a girls' school in the Golan Heights, immerses students in a demanding schedule of early morning prayers, agricultural work, high school studies, and evening Torah…

Hasidic Leader's Celebration Features Gabbai Dressed as Shepherd

The Rebbe of Munkacs-Belz held a holiday closing ceremony where his gabbai, Rabbi Yisrael Miller, dressed as a shepherd and entertained children with candies and stories.

Hassidic Rebbes Celebrate Holidays with Joyful Gatherings

Hassidic communities across Israel celebrated the end of Sukkot with festive meals, prayers, and Hakafot Shniyot. Notable events included a gabbai dressed as a shepherd, a histori…

Yemenite Jewish Scholars Gather for Religious Celebration in Jerusalem

Hundreds of Yemenite Torah scholars gathered at the "Shuvi Nafshi" Yeshiva in Jerusalem for an annual religious celebration. The event included speeches by prominent rabbis and co…

Rabbi Yitzchak Ratzabi Celebrates Hoshanah Rabbah

Rabbi Yitzchak Ratzabi observed the Jewish festival of Hoshanah Rabbah on October 5, 2026. The article provides minimal details about the event.

Expert Offers Guidance for Haredi Families Facing Youth Rebellion

Rabbi Ami Baram of the 'Shoreshim' initiative advises Haredi parents against immediate attempts to change children who resist yeshiva, stressing that a united, professionally guid…

Maggid Connects Plane Incident to Torah Lessons on Courage

A rabbi used a passenger's bravery on a diving plane to discuss biblical themes of responsibility and courage, questioning whether people will act in their own life crises.

US Envoy Urges Understanding of Zionism, Condemns Misuse of Terms

US Special Envoy Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun urged understanding of Zionism's historical context and condemned its equation with racism. He also criticized the misuse of terms like "geno…

Thousands Celebrate at Jerusalem's 'One Heart' Festival for Special Children

The 'One Heart' organization hosted a large Sukkot celebration in Jerusalem for thousands of special children and their families. The event featured prominent rabbis, singers, and…

Leading Rabbi Criticizes Institutions for Hosting President

Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Slams Institutions for Accepting State Funds, Hosting President

Rabbi Yitzchak Zev Halevi Soloveitchik of Brisk fiercely criticized Israeli institutions for accepting state funding and hosting President Herzog, equating their actions to histor…

Zikim Beach Reopens After Hamas Massacre, Offering Hope and Healing

Zikim Beach, a site of the October 7th massacre, has reopened after extensive renovations and now serves as a symbol of resilience, offering therapeutic programs for trauma surviv…

Rabbi Claims Messiah Is Already Here, Living Among Israelis

Rabbi Nir Ben Artzi stated that the Messiah is already in Israel, living a normal life with a family, and is not arriving in a supernatural manner.

Iranian Jewish Community Celebrates Simchat Torah in Tehran

The Jewish community in Tehran celebrated Simchat Torah with singing and dancing, including the Hebrew phrase "Am Yisrael Chai." Videos were shared by Chief Rabbi Yehuda Grami, of…

Prominent Rabbis Visit Sukkah of Torah Sage During Sukkot Holiday

Leading rabbis and public figures visited the sukkah of Rabbi Boruch Dov Povarsky during the Sukkot holiday. Rabbi Povarsky also visited Jerusalem and the sukkah of Ruvy Sharann.

Rabbinic Leaders Celebrate 'The Young Genius' During Sukkot Holiday

Religious leaders and a large crowd celebrated a young scholar known as 'the young genius' in Jerusalem during Sukkot. A prominent rabbi compared him to Rabbi Nachman of Breslov…

Thousands Celebrate Sukkot with Rabbi Shlomo Yehuda Beri in Jerusalem

Thousands of people, including many prominent rabbis, attended a Sukkot celebration in Jerusalem with Rabbi Shlomo Yehuda Beri. Speakers praised Rabbi Beri's influence, comparing…

Rabbi Meir Gryneman Performs Sukkot Ritual

Rabbi Meir Gryneman was photographed performing the Sukkot ritual of shaking the lulav and etrog during Chol HaMoed. The images were captured by photographer Shuki Lerer.

Rabbi Yitzchak Dovid Grossman Celebrates Sukkot

Rabbi Yitzchak Dovid Grossman, a prominent figure in Jewish outreach, celebrated the Sukkot holiday by hosting guests in his Sukkah. The article highlights his traditional observa…

Israeli Society United by Jewish Identity, Not Divided by 'Jews vs Israelis' Myth

An opinion piece by Shuki Friedman argues that the notion of a divide between "Jews" and "Israelis" is a dangerous political lie that distorts Israeli society. Data and widespread…

Hasidic Rebbes Celebrate Sukkot Together in Jerusalem

Hasidic Rebbes from Kaliv and Skulen visited each other's synagogues in Jerusalem during Sukkot, showcasing neighborly relations. Various Hasidic communities across Israel celebra…

Western Wall Flag Lowered to Half-Mast on National Day of Mourning

On Israel's national day of mourning, the Israeli flag at the Western Wall was lowered to half-mast by Rabbi Avida Bernstein, whose son was murdered at the Nova music festival. Wo…

Vibrant Sukkot Celebrations Held Under Rabbi Grossman's Auspices

Sukkot celebrations across Israel featured traditional observances like the Four Species and Sukkah decoration, alongside torch dancing and Torah scroll processions. The events we…

Deported Italian Muslim Claims Life Ruined After Attacking Rabbi

Batar Zahani, a 21-year-old Italian-born man, was deported to Tunisia after assaulting Rabbi Tzemach Mizrahi in Milan. Zahani claims the incident was a joke and not antisemitic, w…

Pioneering West Bank Kindergarten Teacher Simcha Bibi Dies at 82

Simcha Bibi, considered the first kindergarten teacher in the West Bank and a founding resident of Alon Shvut and Kiryat Arba, died at 82. She established the first kindergarten i…

Hassidic Rebbes Celebrate Sukkot and Simchat Torah with Joyful Celebrations

Hassidic Rebbes led their communities in joyous celebrations for Sukkot, Hoshana Rabbah, and Simchat Torah across Israel. Events included prayer, dancing, and the use of historic…

Pious Woman Shoshana Roza Zomer Passes Away in Jerusalem

Pious woman Shoshana Roza Zomer, widow of Rabbi Tzvi Halevi Zomer, died in Jerusalem. She raised righteous generations and accepted hardship with love. Her funeral is today.

Thousands Attend Religious Celebration at 'Birkat Shmuel' Yeshiva

Thousands attended a Simchat Beit Hashoeva celebration at the 'Birkat Shmuel' yeshiva, marking its third anniversary. The event was led by prominent rabbis and Torah scholars, dra…

Explaining October 7th to Children: A Guide for Israeli Parents

Israeli parents face the challenge of explaining the October 7th massacre to children, using storytelling as a recommended method. Experts advise careful timing and open communica…

Chief Rabbis Absent From October 7th Memorial Ceremony

Israel's Chief Rabbis were absent from a state memorial ceremony for the October 7th victims, with Chief Rabbinate officials claiming they were excluded from active participation…

Historian Warns of Extremist Messianic Movement Threatening Israel's Future

Historian Dror Greenblum's new book, "A Time of Miracles," argues that the national-Haredi (Hardal) movement espouses an extreme, messianic ideology that threatens Israel's future…