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Prominent Breslov Rabbi Yitzchak Bension Dies at 81
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 6 hours ago
What happened
Rabbi Yitzchak Bension, a leading Breslov Hasid and spiritual leader of the "Shir Chadash" community in Tel Aviv, has died at 81. He was known for spreading Breslov teachings, his artistic endeavors, and his book "Ometz."
- 01Rabbi Yitzchak Bension, a Breslov leader in Tel Aviv, died at 81.
- 02He was active in spreading Breslov teachings in France and Israel.
- 03Bension was also an artist and author of the book "Ometz."
- 04He led the "Shir Chadash" community in Tel Aviv.
- 05He was a disciple of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Bender.
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