Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu

Rav Mordechai Eliyahu, of Blessed Memory

Two stories. For his yahrzeit: "Tell me, will you? How does this Rabbi do these things?”

The big heart won't stop beating

Unite to commemorate the legacy of Rabbi Eliyahu OBM

As the 14th anniversary of the passing of the "Father of Israel" approaches, the construction of “Beit Maran” is being completed. The privilege and opportunity to be partners in the eternal heritage for the sake of our future and the future of our children.

Rabbi Eliyahu's brother

Dr. Ephraim ben Eliyahu dies at 104

Dr. Ephraim ben Eliyahu, older brother of Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, dies at 104. For many years he served in security positions in Israel

“He Saved My Life”

Thinking fast, an ambulance was called. The yeshiva erupted in chaos as Rabbi Goldberg began to convulse.

Video: Rabbi YY Jacobson Appeals To Klal Yisrael

This is seriously a matter of life and death! I ask you to please be compassionate and help him in this dark time of his life.

Coronavirus and Pikuach Nefesh (saving lives)

Machon Shilo's Rabbi David bar Hayim discusses the halakhic imperative to save lives in the context of the coronavirus pandemic.

Smotrich:

'Why were the late Rabbi Eliyahu's words censored?'

Transportation Minister demands explanation for decision to disqualify broadcast with recording of words by former Chief Rabbi.

El Al flight lands on Shabbat due to 'pikuach nefesh'

Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef grants permission for El Al flight to land in Israel after Shabbat due to health of one of the passengers.

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Beloved late Sefardic Chief Rabbi: 'It's not them - it's us'

At first Talmud completion of Yeshivat Mitzpe Yericho, rabbi explains prayer before learning, responsibility of learners for entire nation.

Rabbis' peace group to UK Ambassador: 'We must change approach'

Rabbinical Congress for Peace meets with UK Ambassador to Israel, presents Jewish legal perspectives on land and security policy.

Chief Rabbi Explains How to Observe Shabbat Under Fire

Chief Rabbi Lau releases guidelines to help know what is and isn't permissible on Shabbat under threat of Gaza rockets.

Rabbi Eliyahu's Prayer Brought to Life by Popular Singer

Prayer found in pocket of Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu z''l composed and performed by famous singers Yonatan Razel and Yosef Harakdan.

Thousands at Memorial for Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu

Photos from the 'hilula' for former Chief Sephardic Rabbi held in Jerusalem Sunday.

Shlomo Ben Eliyahu appointed Director of Housing Ministry

Ben Eliyahu is the firstborn son of the late Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, who was Chief Rabbi.

‘Forget the Rabbis, Think of God’

When voting, forget outside pressures and think ‘what does G-d want from me,’ Rabbi Eliyahu suggests.

Widow of Former Chief Rabbi Asks Jews to Pray for Pollard

Rabbanit Tzvia Eliyahu asks Jews around the world to say a prayer for Jonathan Pollard during Rosh Hashanah.

Rabbis in Fiery Letter to Peres: You Should Apologize

Pikuach Nefesh organization sends Peres a letter over his remarks that Jewish settlement threatens Israel’s Jewish majority.

Thousands at Yarzeit for Rav Mordechai Eliyahu

A year has passed since the venerated sage died. An empty chair was left for Jonathan Pollard.

New Musical Play Tells the Story of Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu

"Avihem Shel Yisrael", a new play about the childhood of former Chief Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu will hit the stage during Chanukah.

Children Studying Torah in Memory of Rav Eliyahu

No special attractions, no ammusement parks, just pure Torah study. Arutz Sheva TV met a unique camp that took place in Jerusalem

First Yahrzeit of Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu Marked

First anniversary of the death of Israel's revered and beloved former Chief Sephardic Rabbi marked in special ceremony in Jerusalem.

Learning Torah in Honor of Rabbi Eliyahu

Many people, among them renowned rabbis, gathered Thursday night to learn Torah in memory of Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu.

Plan to Use Christmas, New Year to Bring the Messiah

Rabbanit Tzivya Eliyahu reveals a plan to bring the Messiah closer through Sabbath observance in the next two weeks.

Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu's Tombstone Unveiled

The tombstone is made of marble from the Land of Israel and rocks from its four holy cities. Memorial ceremony held in Jerusalem.

Rabbis Porat and Bakshi-Doron Remember Rabbi Eliyahu

Rabbis Chanan Porat and Eliyahu Bakshi-Doron speak of Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, the former Chief Rabbi of Israel who passed away this week.

Rabbi Eliyahu's Death Leaves Jonathan Pollard 'an Orphan'

Jonathan Pollard reacted with great sorrow to the loss of Rabbi Eliyahu, his personal rabbi and a public and vocal advocate on Pollard's behalf.

Rabbi M. Eliyahu's Prayer - Found

Rabbi Zaafrani, the late Rabbi M. Eliyahu’s longtime assistant, found a 53-year-old prayer in the rabbi’s wallet - two hours before the burial.

Chief Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu Passes Away

Country mourns passing of Torah giant and undisputed, forthright leader of religious Zionism. Myriads at funeral. Rabbi Druckman: We are orphaned.

Tens of Thousands Praying for Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu

The Rabbi has been in Intensive Care for eight months. Prayers for his health began at 6 p.m. at the Kotel, at Meron and in Netivot.

Former Israel Chief Rabbi Eliyahu Hospitalized

Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, former Chief Sephardic Rabbi, was hospitalized on Monday after losing consciousness for several minutes in his home.

Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu Leads Jerusalem Selichot Prayers

Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, the Rishon L'Tzion, led selichot prayers in Jerusalem on Saturday night.