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Rabbi Ben Zion Nesher, Esteemed Tel Aviv Rabbi and Dayan, Passes Away at 76
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 51 minutes ago
What happened
Rabbi Ben Zion Nesher, a leading rabbinic figure and dayan in Tel Aviv, died suddenly at 76. He served as rabbi of the Trumpeldor neighborhood and held key roles in the Chief Rabbinate. A respected halachic authority and author, he left a significant legacy in Torah scholarship and community leadership.
- 01Rabbi Ben Zion Nesher, prominent Tel Aviv dayan, dies suddenly at 76.
- 02He served as rabbi of Trumpeldor neighborhood and led Ihud Shivat Zion community center.
- 03Known expert in monetary law and kashrut, held senior Chief Rabbinate roles.
- 04Authored acclaimed halachic works, winning Tolida and Rav Kook prizes.
- 05Descended from distinguished rabbinic family and left notable rabbinic descendants.
- 06Active in rabbinic leadership including Chief Rabbinate selection committee.
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