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Rabbi Erez Elharar Officially Appointed Chief Rabbi of Hod Hasharon in Historic Ceremony

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 3 hours ago

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Rabbi Erez Elharar was officially appointed as the Chief Rabbi of Hod Hasharon in a historic ceremony attended by Israel’s top rabbis and city officials. The event highlighted his broad support across the community and his commitment to spiritual leadership and unity. Leaders praised his role as a unifying figure and spiritual guide for all residents.

01Rabbi Erez Elharar was officially appointed Chief Rabbi of Hod Hasharon in a historic ceremony.
02The event was attended by Chief Rabbis David Yosef and Kalman Maier Bar and other senior religious leaders.
03Rabbi Yosef emphasized the rabbi’s role as a unifying spiritual leader and halachic authority.
04Rabbi Maier Bar compared Elharar to a lantern bearer illuminating the community with Torah and love.
05Yehuda Avidan highlighted Elharar’s broad support from both secular and religious city residents.
06Elharar pledged to serve all residents with dedication, promoting peace, unity, and Torah values.

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