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Zurba M’Rabanan Launches Holiday Halacha Course Ahead of Chief Rabbinate Exams

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First reported by Srugim · Jun 14, 2026

What happened

Zurba M’Rabanan is opening an 18-month holiday halacha course in Givat Shmuel with online and in-person options. The program is designed to prepare students for Chief Rabbinate of Israel exams and offers a certificate upon completion.

  • 01The course prepares students for the Chief Rabbinate of Israel exams.
  • 02It runs for 18 months with weekly meetings in Givat Shmuel.
  • 03Students can study in person or through Zoom.
  • 04Graduates receive a certificate from Zurba M’Rabanan.
  • 05The college says the course is open to the broader public, not only yeshiva students.

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Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJun 14, 2026
Zurba M’Rabanan Launches Holiday Halacha Course Ahead of Chief Rabbinate Exams
SrugimRight · HebrewJun 14, 2026
Curza Marbana Launches Long Form Holiday Halacha Course for Rabbinic Exam Candidates

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