 'A single Jew among Muslims, Christians and Indians'Jerusalem Chief Rabbi recounts historic visit to Bahrain for international interfaith conference. Jerusalem chief rabbi calls on gays to 'overcome' homosexualityChief Sephardic Rabbi of Jerusalem Shlomo Amar says homosexual lifestyle incompatible with Judaism, calls on gays to 'overcome their lust.' 'They're trying to silence the rabbis'Rabbi Shlomo Amar defends Education Min. Rabbi Peretz, says there's a push to 'close the rabbis' mouths.' Rabbis warn against businesses running on ShabbatJerusalem chief rabbis encourage public to support Sabbath-observant businesses, warns against 'blurring' Israel's Jewish character. 'Refrain from entering entire Temple Mount area'Jerusalem Rabbis Aryeh Stern and Rabbi Shlomo Amar warn public not to enter entire Temple Mount area: 'End the sacrilege.' J'lem Rabbi on bus disaster: 'Attribute of justice is hovering'In wake of bus disaster, Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem calls to strengthen watching dignity of others. Diaspora Jews buying Shabbat-violating businesses?Jerusalem's Chief Rabbi says Jews from overseas buying Shabbat-violating bussiness in order to force shutdown on Jewish day of rest. 'They dare raise their hand against a great rabbi in Israel'Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem Rabbi Shlomo Amar backs Rabbi Aryeh Stern who spoke against gender disorientation organizations. 'Earthquakes are a wake-up call from God'Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar says recent earthquakes show Jewish people need to 'wake up' and return to God. Jerusalem Chief Rabbi asks to extend his termRabbi Shlomo Amar submits request to Chief Rabbinate Council to extend his term for another five years.'After tragedy, NYC Jews should increase faithJ'lem Chief Rabbi says Jews in Flatbush should have faith, increase Torah study and mitzva observance after deadly house fire. Aryeh Deri apologizesShas chairman apologizes to Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Amar after leak of recording in which he spoke insultingly of the rabbi. 'Ever since Deri returned, Shas has been dropping like a rock'Former Shas MK says current chairman leading party off cliff, new leader who respects rabbis must be appointed. Complaint filed in Shas wiretapping affairRabbi in recorded conversation with Shas chairman Aryeh Deri in which Deri attacked Jerusalem Chief Rabbi files complaint over 'wiretapping'Left-wing Jews protest Jerusalem Chief Rabbi at Paris synagogueJerusalem Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar speaks at Paris synagogue. Liberal Jews protest over rabbi's comments criticizing Reform movement. Mass 'selichot' prayers at Western Wall - in picturesChief Rabbi of Jerusalem Shlomo Amar joins thousands of worshippers in mass selichot prayers at Western Wall days ahead of Rosh Hashanah.'Reform: Destruction unfolding in our times'In weekly class, Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem says Reform movement is worse than Holocaust deniers. MK Glick to work from entrance to Temple MountYehuda Glick to move office to entrance to Temple Mount in protest against PM's ban on MKs visiting holy site.'It is strictly forbidden to ascend the Temple Mount'Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem issues letter strongly forbidding ascension to Temple Mount, after many Jews ascended on Tisha B'Av. Ramming attack victims laid to rest4 soldiers killed in terror attack Sunday laid to rest. Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem asks at funeral 'How long will the wicked ones rejoice?' Rabbi Amar tells it like it isReform Jews are not in the same category as their leaders. Watch: Activists confront far-left activists in JerusalemCity councilman, right-wing activists confront members of Reform movement, left-wing radicals in front of Jerusalem Chief Rabbinate office. Gay Flag hung up at RabbinateThe LGBT flag was hung up outside Rabbinate offices, apparently in protest against Rabbi Amar’s recent comments.'They are terrorizing the rabbis'Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem responds to criticism of his comments of LGBTs and the Reform Movement, says they are trying to destroy tradition. Leftists, LGBT activists target Jerusalem Chief RabbiYerushalmim faction, LGBT activists plan protests outside offices of Rabbi Shlomo Amar, following his statements on gays, Reform Jews.'PM's support for pride parade is an embarassment'Jerusalem Chief Rabbi condemns gay pride parade, calls on Netanyahu to give 'public apology' after voice support for parade. Jerusalem Chief Rabbi: WoW is 'satan incarnate'After group announces its latest provocation, Rabbi Amar says, 'in a civilized country they'd be in a mental hospital. Rabbis Disagree on Safety of Jews Visiting KotelGur Rebbe reportedly bars followers from visiting Western Wall in light of stabbings; Sephardic Chief Rabbi urges Jews to visit. Youth Breaks into Jerusalem Chief Rabbi's Home17-year-old youth arrested after breaking into Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar's house over Shabbat. Rabbi Amar to French Rabbi: We Feel Your PainIn a message to Rabbi Haim Korsia, Rabbi Shlomo Amar wrote that 'the Jewish people and the people of Jerusalem are with you.' Rabbi Amar: Knesset 'Most Kosher' Place in IsraelThe comments heard there may not always be so “kosher,” but the food in the Knesset most definitely is, said Rabbi Shlomo Amar Former Chief Rabbi Visits IDF Troops on Front LineRabbi Shlomo Amar blesses, prays with hundreds of soldiers; troops and officers alike thank rabbi for 'uplifting' visit. Peres Welcomes New Chief Rabbis, Snubs Old OnesPeres welcomes new Chief Rabbis of Israel in formal ceremony; outgoing Chief Rabbis not invited. ‘Amar Law’ Heads toward ApprovalKnesset set to allow Rabbi Shlomo Amar to serve a second term as Sephardi Chief Rabbi.Knesset Approves 'Rabbi Amar Law'Votes 44 to 14 to allow Rabbi Shlomo Amar to run for a second term as Chief Sephardic Rabbi. Bayit Yehudi’s New Plan in Rabbinate RaceBayit Yehudi debates again on support for Chief Rabbi candidates. Bennett Working for Ariel-Amar DealArutz Sheva learned that Bennett met Netanyahu, Lieberman and Piron in attempts to get their support. 'Ariel-Amar Deal' is En Route to KnessetBill submitted by MK Kalfa would remove the 70-year age limit for appointment of chief rabbi. Rav Ovadia Endorses Rabbis Amar, ArielRabbis Shlomo Amar and Ya'akov Ariel were endorsed in their elections bids for Chief Rabbi by Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Chief Rabbi: Equal Burden of Service? NonsenseRabbi Shlomo Amar says talk of hareidi-religious enlistment is ‘nonsense.’ Chief Rabbi Greets Bnei Menashe New ImmigrantsIsrael’s Sephardic Chief Rabbi congratulated the 274 Bnei Menashe immigrants from India who arrived in the Jewish state in recent months. Chief Rabbis: Show Thanks for Rain By Helping PoorIn a letter, Israel's Chief Rabbis expressed their gratitude to G-d for the heavy rains Israel has received this winter season Chief Rabbis to Europe: Investigate Anti-SemitismIsrael's chief rabbis send letter to the President of the European Council, urge him to work to stop anti-Semitism.R. Amar: Better a Disengagement Than a Civil WarRabbi Shlomo Amar says he's against the disobeying of orders by soldiers, even at the cost of Jewish communities being destroyed. Kabbalist, Rabbi Warn of Danger, Call for KindnessA Jewish mystic and rabbinic leaders have warned of a danger to the people of Israel, and are calling for more kindness, giving and prayer. Rabbi Amar Meets Peres, Hoping to Lower FlamesChief Sephardic Rabbi and President agree that debate over hareidi Torah scholars' exemptions should not become too extreme. Rav Amar: Persecution Caused EarthquakeSephardic chief rabbi Shlomo Amar says Tuesday's Earthquake is the Devil's work spawned by the Tal Law controversy Chief Rabbi Goes to War on Funding Reform 'Rabbis'Rav Shlomo Amar: can such a decision be made without consulting the Council of the Chief Rabbinate? Chief Rabbis: Don’t Ascend Temple MountChief Rabbis Rabbi Shlomo Amar and Rabbi Yonah Metzger joined by other top rabbis in proclaiming Mount off limits due to halakhic issues.Chief Rabbi: Woman Can Serve on Dayanim C'teeChief Sephardic Rabbi says he does not object to women sitting on the committee that selects rabbinic judges. Rabbi Amar Warns Against Civil WarRabbi Amar and a delegation of Samaria rabbis showed their solidarity with the IDF and issued a proclamation against attacking soldiers Chief Rabbi Says Mosque Fire May be Blood LibelIsrael's chief rabbis condemn anti-Muslim acts while visiting burnt Tuba Zangria mosque. Rabbi Amar: Arson may be a blood libel. Rabbi Amar: Moshe Naftali was SpecialFallen soldier Moshe Naftali 'had a special soul,' says chief Sephardi rabbi. Chief Rabbis: This is a Time for Self-ExaminaIsrael's Chief Rabbis issue special call in preparation for Tisha B'Av. "We must remove the jealousy and hatred, and increase love." ‘No Need to Disgrace Rabbis’Chief Rabbi Amar says officials ignored pleas to meet with him to prevent the disgrace of arresting Rabbis Lior and Yosef for questioning.Israel's Rabbis Visit IDF RabbiIsrael’s chief rabbis, Rabbi Yona Metzger and Rabbi Shlomo Amar, met on Sunday with Chief Military Rabbi Rafi Peretz and his staff. Organ Donation Issue ResurfacesThe recent death of soccer star Avi Cohen refoccused attention on organ donation dispute: When is a person actually "dead" halakhically? |
