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Rabbi Meir Zev Friedman, Father of Hornsteipel Rebbe, Passes Away in Denver

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By משה ויסברג

First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jul 27, 2026

What happened

Rabbi Meir Zev Friedman, a respected Torah scholar and father of the Hornsteipel Rebbe of Beitar, died peacefully in Denver. Born in 1934, he was a pillar of authentic Hasidic tradition in America and later Israel, known for his humility, scholarship, and community leadership. His funeral was attended by many, marking the loss of a significant spiritual figure.

  • 01Rabbi Meir Zev Friedman, father of the Hornsteipel Rebbe, died peacefully on Sabbath night in Denver.
  • 02Born in 1934, he descended from prominent Hasidic leaders who established Denver's Jewish community.
  • 03He was a respected Torah scholar, medical professional, and fought against Sabbath desecration.
  • 04Later immigrated to Israel, continuing Torah study and teaching, completing Talmud multiple times.
  • 05Left behind a large family including the current Hornsteipel Rebbe and Rabbi Yaakov Friedman.
  • 06His funeral drew many mourners honoring his spiritual legacy and humility.

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In this story
People
OrganizationsHornsteipel Hasidic Dynasty, Birkhat Mordechai Yeshiva
PlacesDenver, Beitar, Israel, Mezhbizh, Ukraine, Poland

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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJul 27, 2026
Rabbi Meir Zev Friedman, Father of Hornsteipel Rebbe, Passes Away in Denver
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 27, 2026
Renowned Rabbi and Father of the Arnestapel Rebbe Passes Away in Jerusalem

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