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Leading Israeli Kosher Slaughter Expert Rabbi Mordechai Galai Dies at 70s

Rabbi Mordechai Galai, a leading Israeli expert in kosher ritual slaughter and inspection, died at the age of 70s in Bnei Brak after a serious illness. He served for decades in senior roles at the Badatz "She'erit Yisrael" and was highly respected by prominent rabbis for his expertise and piety.

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What happened

  1. 01Rabbi Mordechai Galai, a leading Israeli kosher slaughter expert, died after a serious illness.
  2. 02He served for decades in senior roles at the Badatz "She'erit Yisrael" overseeing slaughterhouses.
  3. 03Prominent rabbis, including Chief Rabbi Kelman Meir Bar, eulogized his dedication and expertise.
  4. 04Rabbi Galai was known for training and certifying new ritual slaughterers and inspectors.
  5. 05He recently mourned the loss of his son and had a brother who passed away in 2021.

His funeral was held on Sunday in Bnei Brak. His passing is considered a significant loss to the rabbinate and the field of kosher slaughter.

Translated and summarized by baba from JDN, the latest report. Read JDN’s original

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