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Vizhnitz Hasidic Leader Rabbi Yitzchak Betzalel Segal Dies at 90 in Bnei Brak
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 5 hours ago
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Rabbi Yitzchak Betzalel Segal, a prominent elder of the Vizhnitz Hasidic community in Bnei Brak, died at age 90. Born in 1936 and descended from notable Hasidic and Kabbalistic lineage, he was known for his devout Torah study and spiritual leadership. His funeral was held on August 6, 2023, with the family sitting shiva in Bnei Brak.
- 01Rabbi Yitzchak Betzalel Segal, a senior Vizhnitz Hasidic leader, died at 90 in Bnei Brak.
- 02He was born in 1936 and descended from notable Hasidic and Kabbalistic figures.
- 03Rabbi Segal was devoted to Torah study and spiritual guidance within his community.
- 04He was connected to the Belz Rebbe and married into a respected rabbinic family.
- 05His funeral took place on Sunday, 19 Menachem Av, from Vizhnitz Bnei Brak to Segula Cemetery in Petah Tikva.
- 06The family is sitting shiva at their home in Bnei Brak with set prayer times during mourning.
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