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IDF Chief Rabbi Responds to Controversy Over Sabbath Observance During War
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 9, 2026
What happened
- 01Israel's Chief Rabbi opposes blanket Sabbath desecration for wartime morale activities.
- 02IDF Chief Rabbi Eyal Karim reassures military rabbinate staff about ongoing halachic consultation.
- 03Rabbi Kalman Bar's public letter surprised the military rabbinate, limiting prior dialogue.
- 04IDF rabbinate commits to resolving halachic disputes through proper channels, not media.
- 05The controversy centers on balancing religious law with soldiers' needs during war.
- 06Rabbi Karim ended with a prayer for peace during the Three Weeks mourning period.
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SrugimRight · HebrewJul 10, 2026
IDF Chief Rabbi Responds to Controversy Over Sabbath Observance During War
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Israel’s Chief Rabbi Prohibits Sabbath Violations to Boost IDF Morale
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