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Prominent Vizhnitz Educator Rabbi Aharon Mattityahu Salzman Dies at 58 in Jerusalem
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Aug 4, 2026
What happened
Rabbi Aharon Mattityahu Salzman, a leading Vizhnitz Hasidic educator in Jerusalem, died at 58. He was a founding member of the Ramot community and a longtime teacher at the Chayei Olam Talmud Torah. He is survived by his wife and 11 children. His funeral will be held at the Mount of Olives.
- 01Rabbi Aharon Mattityahu Salzman, a key Vizhnitz figure, died at age 58 in Jerusalem.
- 02He was a founding member of the Vizhnitz community in Ramot and helped establish its central shtiebel.
- 03Salzman taught for many years at the Chayei Olam Talmud Torah, educating generations of students.
- 04He was known for his dedication, good character, and warm demeanor.
- 05He is survived by his wife and 11 children, some unmarried.
- 06His funeral will be held at 12:00 PM from Shemgar funeral home to the Mount of Olives.
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