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Legendary Administrator Rabbi Binyamin David Libeskind of Kol Torah Yeshiva Passes Away at 74
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 2 hours ago
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Rabbi Binyamin David Libeskind, longtime administrator of Jerusalem's Kol Torah Yeshiva, died at 74 after years of dedicated service to the yeshiva and charitable causes. He was known for his humility, extensive community work, and close ties to Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach.
- 01Rabbi Binyamin David Libeskind, Kol Torah Yeshiva administrator, died at 74 after long illness.
- 02Born in New York, he immigrated to Israel, served in the Air Force, and worked in Bnei Brak municipality.
- 03Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach personally asked him to manage Kol Torah Yeshiva in Jerusalem.
- 04He led the yeshiva for over 25 years, expanding its campus and supporting thousands of students.
- 05Known for discreet charity, he aided needy students and at-risk youth throughout his life.
- 06His son-in-law praised his lifelong dedication to blessing the Jewish people and charitable work.
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