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Israeli Hasidic Leaders Celebrate Milestones and Prepare for High Holy Days Across Communities

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By כיכר השבת, חיים רוזנבוים

First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Aug 19, 2026

What happened

Multiple Hasidic communities in Israel and abroad recently celebrated key religious milestones, including brit milah ceremonies, bar mitzvahs, and the start of the Elul study period. Prominent Rebbes visited communities, led prayers, and addressed current events, while preparations intensified for the upcoming High Holy Days.

  • 01The Belz Rebbe's grandson had his brit milah in Beit Shemesh with Rabbi Schechter officiating.
  • 02Sanz-Kloiznburg and Narol Rebbes led spiritual events in Safed and Bnei Brak respectively.
  • 03Satmar Rebbe visited Catskills camps, laying a cornerstone and dancing with supporters.
  • 04Karlin-Stolin Rebbe condemned violence after a Jerusalem attack, praising defenders of a wedding.
  • 05Modzitz and Skver communities held special events ahead of the High Holy Days.
  • 06Bobov-45 Rebbe visited Satmar Rebbe in New York, praising the city's spiritual atmosphere.

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In this story
People
OrganizationsBelz Hasidic Dynasty, Shidlovtza Hasidic Dynasty, Sanz-Kloiznburg Hasidic Dynasty, Narol Kollel, Satmar Hasidic Dynasty, Bobov-45 Hasidic Dynasty, Karlin-Stolin Hasidic Dynasty, Modzitz Hasidic Dynasty
PlacesBeit Shemesh, Safed, Bnei Brak, Ashdod, Catskill Mountains, Jerusalem, Monroe, Warsaw

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 20, 2026
Israeli Hasidic Leaders Celebrate Milestones and Prepare for High Holy Days Across Communities
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 20, 2026
Modzhitz Rebbe Opens Elul Period at Yeshiva
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 19, 2026
Hasidic Leaders Celebrate Religious Milestones and Prepare for Elul Across Israel and Abroad
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 19, 2026
Leading Hasidic Rebbes Mark Elul with Spiritual Gatherings and Celebrations Across Israel and Diaspora

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