Chief Rabbi

77 votes to 58:

Rabbi Kalman Ber elected Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi of Israel

After the two tied in the first round of elections, Netanya Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber bested his opponent, Petah Tikva Chief Rabbi Micha Halevi.

Elections for Chief Rabbi:

Tie between Rabbi Micha Halevi and Rabbi Kalman Ber

A tie was recorded between the candidates for the position of Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi. A runoff will be held next week.

Poll:

Over half of Israelis want Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu as Chief Rabbi

New Smith Institute survey shows that a majority of Religious Zionist and secular Israelis, as well as a significant number of haredim, would like Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu to become Chief Rabbi.

The Parsha and Current Events: The King’s scepter

The best of all choices is to thank Hashem for returning us to Eretz Yisrael, a holy home that we can love and defend in all circumstances.

MK pushing to allow Judea and Samaria to vote for Chief Rabbi

Existing laws prevent the residents of Judea and Samaria from participating in the elections for Chief Rabbi.

Lessons in humility: Chaimke and Eliezer

Years later, Machon Gold's alumni realized that the motorcyclist Chaimke who picked up their counselor every day was Rabbi Chaim Druckman!

Rabbi Eliyahu:

'There are haredi rabbis who I don't want to see as Chief Rabbi'

'First parameter for a chief rabbi is fear of Heaven,' Otzma Yehudit's Rabbi Amichai Eliyahu says.

Rabbi Bohbot, chief rabbi of Tiberias, has passed away

Rabbi Bohbot was 58, and had suffered for some years from the illness to which he succumbed.

No, a Chief Rabbi is not a government clerk

If a Chief Rabbi, amid a conversion dispute, says he will not certify certain standards as a matter of conscience, I stand with him. Op-ed.

Another government defeat: Jewish Judges bill fails to pass

Knesset Speaker pressed the wrong button and the vote ended in a tie.

Rabbi Avraham Hamra, rabbi for Syrian and Lebanese Jews, dies

Rabbi Avraham Hamra worked to bring Syrian Jews to Israel where he was instrumental in helping the community continue their culture.

Former Rabbi of Jerusalem hospital writes against COVID vaccine

Fmr. Rabbi of Bikur Cholim: 'It's my obligation to publicize issue, prevent hardship'. Hospital: Letter does not represent our hospital.

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Ukraine Chief Rabbi prays for success of Donald Trump

Rabbi of Ukraine travels to Maggid of Chernobyl's tomb to pray for success of US President Trump 'because he helps the people of Israel.'

A story about Rav Ovadia Yosef zts"l - in memoriam

Rishon Letzion Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef passed away on 3 Cheshvan. An Arutz Sheva staffer was told this story shortly after his death.

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Rabbi Uri Samet appointed acting Chief Rabbi of Efrat

Rabbi Uri Samet to be appointed Rabbi Shlomo Riskin's replacement for marriage and kashrut until permanent replacement appointed.

There will not be a Third Destruction

Things seem to be piling up just now - corona, riots in the USA, economic difficulties and more, but in the long term, they are improving..

Chief Rabbis: Don't postpone circumcision because of coronavirus

Chief Rabbis of Israel issue letter stating except in case of infected newborn, there is no reason to postpone Brit Milah.

COVID-19:

Chief Rabbi composes special prayer to halt plague

Prayer should be said when Holy Ark is opened on Shabbat, Mondays, and Thursdays when the Torah is read publicly.

Religious Council diminishes Jerusalem Chief Rabbi's authority

Chairman Yehoshua Yishai requires Rabbi Stern to cease using official stationery provided in his capacity as Jerusalem Rabbi.

New Right demands Religious Affairs Ministry

New Right coalition negotiation demands include returning Religious portfolio to religious Zionism, appointing religious Zionist Chief Rabbi

Hundreds of Israeli rabbis praise Trump

250 rabbis, including Israeli chief rabbis, sign letter thanking US president for his recognition of Israeli rights in Judea and Samaria.

Chief Rabbi of Frankfurt: 'Anti-Semitism won't stop us'

Rabbi Avichai Apel says: 'We won't allow anti-Semitism to interfere with our Jewish lives. We'll continue praying without fear.'

Argentina's Chief Rabbi released home

One week after being attacked and hospitalized with severe injuries, Rabbi Gavriel Davidovich released from hospital.

Halabi community's rabbi passes away

Syrian community in New York Chief Rabbi Shaul Katzin passes at age 97.

Dutch chief rabbi’s son accosted with family on street

'I’ve grown accustomed to thinking about it as normal but now thought we as Jewish community must no longer agree for this to happen to us.'

Chief Rabbi assigned security detail

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef assigned security detail following threats on his life.

Ethiopian community's new rabbi is hesder yeshiva graduate

Chief Ethiopian Jewish rabbi retires, new rabbi learned in Religious Zionist yeshivas and published over ten books.

Rabbi Lau consoles Chief Rabbi of Mexico over son-in-law's death

Israeli Chief Rabbi offers his condolences after son-in-law of Mexico's Chief Rabbi pulled from rubble following earthquake.

Son-in-law of Mexico's Chief Rabbi killed in earthquake

Rabbi Chaim Ashkenazi was found dead in a collapsed building resulting from Tuesday's 7.1 magnitude earthquake.

Tel Aviv yeshiva prepares Ethiopian scholars for rabbinate

Former chief rabbi visits new yeshiva founded to prepare young Ethiopian Torah scholars for rabbinic ordination..

Standing in for Moshe

'Your task is as complex as Moses' job'

Rivlin blesses new IDF Chief Rabbi with success in new task of 'connecting,' compares Rabbi Karim's job to that of Moses.

One Nation, One Kotel and One Chief Rabbinate

Director of Ateret Cohanim attacks High Court judges who criticized the government.

Vienna welcomes new Chief Rabbi

Rabbi Arie Folger elected Chief Rabbi of Austria's capital, with the blessings of the Conference of European Rabbis.

Interview

Japan's Spiritual Tsunami: First Chief Rabbi Tells All

Rabbi and rabbanit Edery detail the historic appointment, and explain how a tragic tsunami led to a spiritual opening.

Japan Gets First-Ever Chief Rabbi

The head of Tokyo's Chabad House, Rabbi Binyamin Edery, named as Japan's first Chief Rabbi.

Herzog: I, More Than Anyone, Will Keep Jerusalem Safe

Yitzchak Herzog paid a visit to the Kotel on Sunday, where he proclaimed his loyalty to the holy site and said he prays daily.

Rabbi Yosef; Eliminate Ashkenazi, Not Sephardi, Chief Rabbi

If any Chief Rabbi should stay on the job, it's he, said Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef - because his office was there first.

One Chief Rabbi Bill Passes First Reading

The Knesset on Monday voted to approve on its first reading a law that would unify the office of the Chief Rabbi.

Exclusive: Interview with New Chief Rabbi of Krakow

Rabbi Eliezer Gur-Ari, incumbent Chief Rabbi of Krakow, talks to Arutz Sheva on Jewish life - and anti-Semitism - in Poland.

Chief Rabbis Asked 'Help My Jailed Son Keep the Shabbat'

Father of 'price tag' suspect writes Chief Rabbis following reports of serious abuse of youths, including Shabbat desecration.

Iranian Chief Rabbi Dies

Rabbi Yousef Hamadani Cohen, 98, dies of illness. What's next for Jews in Iran?

Chief Rabbi Visits Religious Zionist Rav Kook House

Rabbi Lau to attend and speak at event this Saturday night on the Torah and love of Eretz Yisrael (the land of Israel).

Former Chief Rabbi Metzger Arrested, Detained for Nine Days

For the second time this year, former Chief Rabbi Yonah Metzger questioned by police for alleged financial improprieties.

Porush: Fewer Rabbis? Try Fewer Politicians

Hareidi MK not pleased by suggestion to elect just one chief rabbi.

Bennett: Stop the Witchhunt!

Bayit Yehudi head slams media for attacking Rabbi Lau over allegedly "racist" comments.

Rabbi Lau: My Son's Victory - a Message to the Nazis

Former Chief Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau reacts to his son’s election.

Hareidi victory

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, Rabbi David Lau Victorious

A body of 150 rabbis and public figures voted today to elect the two new Chief Rabbis of Israel. Zionist candidates failed.

Rabbi Arusi Leaves Rabbinate Race

Rabbi Ratzon Arusi drops out of race at the last minute, six contenders remain.

"Religious-Zionists More Suitable for Chief Rabbi Role"

Former IDF rabbi explains why religious-Zionist rabbis are better suited to make important Jewish legal rulings.

Rabbinate Election Today, ‘Truth Will Prevail’

The race for Chief Rabbi draws to a close. Rabbi Arusi slams politics, calls to change ‘humiliating’ elections process.

High Court Rejects Appeal Against Rabbi Eliyahu

The High Court rules that Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu will be allowed to run for the position of Sephardic Chief Rabbi.

Weinstein: Rabbi Eliyahu's Candidacy 'Inappropriate'

A-G will tell Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu his candidacy for Chief Rabbi is inappropriate because of statements on renting land to Arabs.

A-G Warns Rabbi Eliyahu on Chief Rabbi Bid

Attorney General thinks Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu, candidate for chief rabbi, has some explaining to do.

Olmert to Mayors: Vote for Rabbi Lau

Former PM calls to vote for ‘personal friend’ Rabbi Lau. Sources close to race say Olmert’s support unhelpful.

Deri Defends Comments: ‘Evildoer’ Doesn’t Mean Bad

Shas head defends Rabbi Ovadia Yosef’s criticism of Rabbi Stav, says ‘evildoer’ is not necessarily a bad person.

‘Amar Law’ Heads toward Approval

Knesset set to allow Rabbi Shlomo Amar to serve a second term as Sephardi Chief Rabbi.

Chief Rabbi Candidate Stav: We're Here to Bring a Change

The head of the Tzohar organization said that he is fully committed to halacha, Jewish law

Bayit Yehudi’s New Plan in Rabbinate Race

Bayit Yehudi debates again on support for Chief Rabbi candidates.

Minister: Rabbi Stav is What the Public Wants

Orbach says Israelis want a chief rabbi with the ‘Tzohar spirit’ of openness, outreach.