The Rabbinical Council of America has come out in support of the Chief Rabbinate candidacy of Rabbi David Stav, "Rabbi Stav has dedicated his life to embracing secular Jews with great respect and a sense of unity. Our Sages taught, 'Be a role model of Torah, bringing all who come in contact with you to a love and appreciation of the Almighty.' Rabbi Stav is the epitome of this fundamental value, and the ideal candidate for the position of the Chief Rabbi of Israel."