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Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein Breaks Down in Tears Reciting 'Eli Tzion Ve'Areha' on Tisha B'Av
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 13 hours ago
What happened
Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein was filmed crying while reciting the lament 'Eli Tzion Ve'Areha' at his study hall in Ramat Elchanan on Tisha B'Av morning.
- 01Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein emotionally recited 'Eli Tzion Ve'Areha' on Tisha B'Av morning.
- 02The recitation took place at his study hall in Ramat Elchanan.
- 03The video shows the rabbi's trembling voice and intense tears.
- 04The lament mourns the destruction of Zion and its cities.
- 05The footage was shared by Divrei Chemed.
- 06The event reflects the solemnity of Tisha B'Av observances.
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