Rabbi Yaakov Medan

Rabbis call for Temple Mount police recruits

Prominent Religious Zionist rabbis issue rare joint call encouraging young men to enlist in the Temple Mount Police unit, describing the role as both a national mission and a great privilege.

Rabbi Medan to Rabbi Lando:

'They may learn the Torah, but they are not following it'

Rabbi Yaakov Medan of Har Etzion Yeshiva responded to Rabbi Dov Lando's views against Zionism and army service, emphasizing the need to appreciate soldiers while acknowledging divine action.

Rabbi Yaakov Medan:

I would've voted against the deal, but remained in the government

Rabbi Yaakov Medan, dean of the Har Etzion Yeshiva, expresses support for Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's decision on ceasefire deal with Hamas. 'I oppose the deal but I'm not sure there was another alternative.'

Rabbi Medan:

Extremists may bring economic sanctions on all settlers

Rosh Yeshiva of Har Etzion warns recent anti-Arab riots in Judea and Samaria and the silence of rabbis and leaders in the face of this violence will harm all Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria.

After 53 days:

Critically injured IDF soldier released to rehab

Elisha Medan, son of Rabbi Yaakov Medan, was critically injured while fighting in Gaza. Now, 53 days later, he will begin rehabilitation.

Kaplan Street, Tel Aviv:

Hundreds study Torah at epicenter of anti-government protests

The organizers say the 'Havruta on Kaplan' initiative brought people together to discuss their differences and to listen to each other.

Religious Zionist Rabbi praises ISA for protecting Palestinians

Rabbi Yaakov Medan, a senior figure in the Religious Zionist community, commended the ISA for working to protect Palestinians from Israelis.

Hesder Rabbis:

'We advise our students not to enlist in the Armored Corps'

Rabbi Yaakov Medan and Rabbi Amichai Gordin from Yeshivat Har Etzion apologize to students after IDF cancels men-only officer's course.

Rabbi Yaakov Medan ascends Temple Mount on Fast of 10th of Tevet

100% increase in number of Jewish visitors to Temple Mount on Fast of the Tenth of Tevet.

MIA IDF soldier laid to rest 37 years late

Thousands attend funeral of Zachary Baumel, whose remains were returned 37 years after he fell in Lebanon.

Rabbi Medan to Netanyahu: 'Guard the guards'

Hesder yeshiva head supports Shin Bet Jewish Section activity but concerned all delinquent activity by hilltop youth is defined as terror.

Har Etzion yeshiva head:

'Not flip-flopping but national responsibility'

Rabbi Yaakov Medan backs Jewish Home decision not to resign: 'DM should lead victory, not containment, and Bennett's the man.'

'I've never seen anything like this on the Temple Mount before'

Record number of Jews ascend Temple Mount on 50th anniversary of reunification of Jerusalem.

Rabbi: Let Secular Israelis Attend Cinema on Shabbat

Rabbi Yaakov Medan of the Har Etzion yeshiva said that secular Israelis should have the opportunity to attend the cinema on Shabbat.