Leading Religious Zionist rabbi says that Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef's attack on Rabbi Tamir Granot should be considered nothing more than a slip of the tongue in which words were spoken that the rabbi himself regrets.
New halachic ruling allows use of advanced prosthetics in religious rituals and on Shabbat; seen as major step for wounded soldiers and terror victims.
Senior religious Zionist rabbis toured the Gaza envelope and called for a deal to release the hostages that would not harm Israeli security.
Several leading rabbis signed a letter to the government in which they called for it to work to bring the hostages home by any means necessary, 'even through a responsible deal.'
President of Ramat Gan Yeshiva, Rabbi Yaakov Ariel: ‘Our dispute is over the Torah of Israel, over Judaism. Islam cannot recognize Judaism.’
Leading Zionist rabbis are calling on the public to continue rejoicing and thanking G-d on Israeli Independence Day, despite the hardships.
Leading religious Zionist rabbis thanked the US President for his 'staunch, unwavering support of Israel.'
According to Rabbi Ariel, "The residents of Ramat Gan who keep Shabbat are interested in a quiet atmosphere."
"Authorities have capitulated to LGBT-progressive agenda," say parents. "Our children's emotional health is being sacrificed."
After months of struggle including opening breakaway class, parents welcome move. Family of child announces: We'll appeal.
Girl is still in religious school, dressed as a boy. Authorities refuse to allow parents to remove their children from class.
A day of fasting such as today's Fast of Tammuz is not one of dieting, but of introspection, contrition and remorse for our situation today.
'He may not enter the synagogue to pray; it is forbidden to allow him to remain if he does enter.'
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel, leading Religious Zionist rabbi, says: 'Children's right to health more important than teachers' 'personal rights.'
Rabbi Ariel responds to question: Is it permissible to be intentionally infected in order to get natural immunity?
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi receives Israel Prize for contributions to Torah literature.
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi wins 2020 Israel Prize for his contributions to spread, development of Torah study.
Former Rabbi of Ramat Gan says operating public transportation on Shabbat is for votes.
After rabbi's public renunciation of Torah lifestyle, Rabbi Ya'akov Ariel asked to explain. 'It seems he never properly absorbed Torah way.'
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel says Jewish law does not allow the determination of Jewish descent through genetic testing.
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi condemns move against Otzma unification with rightist parties; 'In emergency, no place to quibble over representation'
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi Rabbi Yaakov Ariel denies reports he signed letter supporting release of teen accused of killing Aisha Rabi.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel rules that infiltrators must not remain in Israel. 'All the holier-than-thou moralists do not live in south Tel Aviv.'
Minister Naftali Bennett participates in event honoring Rabbi Yaakov Ariel in Ramat Gan.
Leading rabbi says claiming homosexuals are 'forced' into acting the way they do allows criminals to say the same.
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi Yaakov Ariel speaks with Arutz Sheva about establishment of Israel and our obligation to thank God.
Head of Tzohar rabbinic movement questions why call to reform kashrut supervision called a 'disaster.'
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi tells Arutz Sheva plans by Tzohar rabbinic group to privatize kosher supervision would be 'disaster for Judaism'.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel, Rabbi of Ramat Gan, says that women can suffer spiritual degeneration if they do not study Torah regularly.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel, Rabbi of Ramat Gan, slammed efforts to undermine the Rabbinate's kashrut system and privatize kashrut certification.
Reform Movement calls to punish Rabbis Yaakov Ariel and David Yosef for 'unfitting' statements against homosexuals, Women of the Wall.
Bnei Akiva leaders signed off on a statement which begs "for an appropriate discourse...between brothers."
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel rails against recent calls for lifting of legumes ban on Passover: 'Could uproot the entire Halachic system.'
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel calls to strengthen family values, warns Israelis are marrying later and later.
Rabbi Ariel slams talk of investigation of IDF for 'Hannibal Protocol'; blood of civilians who don't leave war zone 'on their own heads.'
Rabbi of Ramat Gan says that while the shul is the meeting place of the community, it is also a holy place.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel says forcing women to enlist in the IDF is immoral. ‘Women should not be subordinate.’
Rabbi of Ramat Gan nixes cell phones in synagogue, even on ‘silent’ mode, and has warning for Torah pamphlets as well.
Ramat Gan's Chief Rabbi discusses Halachic prohibition against charging interest and "heter iska" with Arutz Sheva.
The results of the elections for Chief Rabbi may end up pulling the Bayit Yehudi party apart.
Ramat Gan rabbi denounces practice of going to rabbis for a special blessing in times of trouble.
Minister Piron says he objects to Rabbi Ariel’s candidacy for the rabbi’s sake. 'He's above this.' Rabbi Druckman doesn't agree.
Arutz Sheva learned that Bennett met Netanyahu, Lieberman and Piron in attempts to get their support.
Rabbis Shlomo Amar and Ya'akov Ariel were endorsed in their elections bids for Chief Rabbi by Rabbi Ovadia Yosef
Rabbi Elyakim Levanon calls on Bayit Yehudi MKs to appoint Rabbi Yaakov Ariel as Chief Rabbi
Prime Minister met Naftali Bennett, reportedly agreed to amend law so person over 70 could be appointed.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel may be named for chief rabbi post as no consensus is reached over three religious-Zionist candidates.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel: yeshiva students at Beitar Illit and Modiin Illit should not let others guard them.
The religious community should be leading the social justice campaign and stood by too quietly in protests, says Ramat Gan Rabbi Ariel.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel slammed the High Court's recent ruling on demolitions in Yesha saying it runs contrary to Jewish law.
Rabbi Yaakov Ariel discusses the connection between the Four Sons of the Haggadah and the PA state.
Leading rabbis convene to protest summons for rabbis who approved book on Torah law. Not all like the book, but defend right to support it.
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi Yaakov Ariel was honored Tuesday not only for being steeped in Torah knowledge but also for knowing how to chat with youth.
