News for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Har Nof's name to be changed to Na'ot YosefJ-m mayor announces that Har Nof will be renamed in honor of two great rabbis, R' Ovadia Yosef and R' Yosef Shalom Eliashiv. Shas presents: The association of Sephardic sextonsThe purpose of the association is to strengthen Sephardic Jewry through the sextons of Sephardic synagogues throughout Israel. Chief Rabbi slams 'disgrace and mockery' of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef'One who disgraces Torah scholars has no cure for his illness and the sin of one who disgraces the honor of the dead is too great to bear.' Chief Rabbi wants Egypt to allow pilgrimage to rabbi's gravesiteRabbi Yitzchak Yosef asks ambassador to Egypt to pressure Cairo to allow visits to the grave of Rabbi Yaakov Abuhatzeira. Rabbi Ovadiah Yosef's daughter registers new political partyAdina Bar-Shalom says that new faction will work to promote Arab-Israel peace, coexistence among different sectors in Israel. Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's daughter forms new political partyAdina Bar-Shalom, daughter of late Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, forms new political party. 'Deri doesn't represent my father's legacy'. Brother of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef passes awayRabbi Eliyahu Ovadia, younger brother of late Shas spiritual leader, passes away at the age of 90. Deri: Eli Yishai will not return to ShasShas leader Aryeh Deri discounts rumors of former party leader Yishai's return, claims he will run with Likud. 'He will not return to Shas.' Rabbi's daughter, ex-Defense Min, breakaway MK mull joint runBreakaway Knesset Member, former Defense Minister Yaalon, daughter of Shas founder Rabbi Ovadia Yosef reportedly mulling joint Knesset run. Jerusalem's Bar Ilan intersection renamed after Shas founderCity approves proposal to rename major Jerusalem intersection after Rabbi Ovadia Yosef. City also names school after Rabbi Elyashiv.Shas pushes national day of remembrance for Rabbi Ovadia YosefBill would establish state memorial day dedicated to the memory of the late Chief Rabbi, Shas leader Ovadia Yosef. 'Shas lost its appeal the moment Rabbi Ovadia Yosef died'Former Shas MK Rabbi Haim Amsalem says party becoming more like the polarizing Ashkenazi haredi factions, is alienating moderate Sephardim. 'Deri lied to Rabbi Ovadia Yosef'Former MK Eli Yishai says Interior Minister Deri doesn't care about what is good, sanctifies hatred, and lied to late Chief Rabbi Yosef. Shas denies contact with Eli YishaiTorah Sages Council president's son who reportedly discussed leadership transfer possibility with Yishai issues sweeping denial.'They're desecrating my father's memory'Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's son says those organizing father's memorial are not doing so appropriately. Haaretz attacks on Ovadia Yosef stir controversyShas chairman blasts left-wing newspaper over 'disgraceful' portrayal of late rabbinic leader. Shwekey's song in memory of Rabbi Ovadia YosefYaakov Shwekey sings "Maran Sheli", in memory of Shas's former spiritual leader. Former Rabbi of Aleppo dies in New York at 93Rabbi Yom Tov Yedid, formerly the Rabbi of the ancient Jewish community of Aleppo, dies after a distinguished career in Torah scholarship. 'Torah institutions flowering thanks to Netanyahu'Leading rabbis and politicians take part in sheva brachot of Chief Rabbi Yosef's youngest daughter, and recall Rabbi Ovadia Yosef. Rabbi Yosef's Daughter Clarifies: Shas is LeftistBar-Shalom fears 'radical right government,' says Shas will push for two-state solution peace deal, and blames Jews for Arab 'hatred.' Rabbi Yosef Allowed Yishai to Form a New PartyNew posthumous video reveals Shas spiritual leader on his hospital bed gave Yishai the go-ahead to form Ha'am Itanu. Rabbi David Yosef: Secular Jews Endanger IsraelThose who do not observe the commandments is endangering our existence more than the Arabs, said Rabbi Yosef.Rabbi Yosef's Kids Refuse Deri's Request for VideoTension in Shas as Rabbi Yosef's children refuse to give video of him for campaign clip, with Deri appearing to be burning bridges. In 'New' Video, Ovadia Yosef Praises YishaiThe battle of the “Rav Ovadia videos” in Shas continued Thursday, as a “new” video showed Rabbi Ovadia Yosef praising Eli Yishai. 'Submissive' Deri Officially Returns to Head ShasIt's official: after two weeks away in a measured ploy to gain backing and overcome damaging recordings, Deri is back at the helm of Shas. Deri: I Knew about the Video for YearsResigned Shas chairman says Eli Yishai played the tape in which Rabbi Ovadia Yosef slams him to several rabbis a month ago. Yishai on Videos: That's Not My WayHa'am Itanu chairman makes clear that he had nothing to do with the leaked tapes showing Rabbi Ovadia Yosef speaking out against Aryeh Deri. Deri Hands in Resignation to the KnessetAfter Rabbi Yosef tapes expose opposition to Deri and his responsibility for Oslo, Deri steps down - rest of Shas MKs vow to follow him. Rabbi Yosef's Kids 'Cynically Used' to Defend DeriChildren of Shas spiritual head gather at grave to back Deri and decry 'desecration of honor,' after recording revealed him slamming Deri. Yishai's Rabbi Denies Connection to RecordingsRabbi Mazuz, guide to Yishai's new party, says it was not Yishai who released tape showing Shas spiritual head slamming 'evil' Deri. Recording Shows Rabbi Yosef Slamming 'Evil' DeriNever before seen recordings show former Shas spiritual head rejecting Deri over corruption; 'Why would I betray Eli Yishai?' Thousands Attend Memorial for Ovadia YosefA year after the passing of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, a memorial service was held for him Sunday night. R. Amsalem: Shas Leader Wrong on Haredi CollegesA ruling by a top Shas rabbi against women learning in haredi colleges won't help anyone, said Rabbi Haim Amsalem Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's Daughter Wins Israel PrizeLifetime achievement award for Rabbanit Bar-Shalom's contributions to hareidi education, activist's battle against road deaths. Rabbi Yosef Did Purim Twice in Tel Aviv, Says SonWhen he lived in Tel Aviv, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef z”tl used to read the megilla on Purim, as well as on Shushan Purim, said his son. Rabbi Yosef Death 'Ends Chapter in Shas History'Whole Nation party's Rabbi Haim Amsalem says Shas party no longer has the appeal to reach out to a wide sector of Israeli Jews. New Jerusalem Road to be Named after Rabbi OvadiaTransport Minister says a new major entrance to Jerusalem is to be named for the rabbi who passed away last week. Tens of Thousands at Memorial for Rabbi YosefTens of thousands of people were gathered Sunday to commemorate the life of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef z”tl. Rabbi: Don't Play Politics With R. Yosef's LegacyRabbi Meir Scheinwald of the Meir Harel Yeshiva warns Shas officials not to "cheapen" Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's legacy for their own benefit. Gush Katif Council: We Appreciate R. Yosef's HelpRabbi Ovadia Yosef z”tl was very opposed to the 2005 disengagement, and worried over the fate of Jews evicted from them their homes Bennett: Rabbi Yosef’s Death United the NationNaftali Bennett pays a condolence call to the family of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef. ‘His light will be with us,’ Bennett says. Rabbi Yosef’s Chair Empty, but Torah Class Goes OnRabbi Ovadia Yosef’s sons take over for his weekly Torah lecture, but leave his chair empty. Rabbi Ben-Dahan: Shas Silence is ShamefulAfter enduring physical and verbal abuse, Deputy Minister for Religious Affairs accuses Shas leadership of failing to step in. Barkat: Shas Plays Politics Days After FuneralAryeh Deri and Avigdor Lieberman are ganging up on him in a most inappropriate way, said the mayor of Jerusalem.Guard: Rabbi Ovadia Yosef was Nearly AssassinatedA planned assassination targeting the rabbi was foiled “at the 88th minute,” a bodyguard says.Criminal Case Against SoldierA criminal case has opened against an Israeli soldier from Ashdod who allegedly compared the late Rabbi Ovadia Yosef to Hitler. Rabbi Ben Dahan Attacked Near Mourners TentDeputy Religious Affairs Minister arrives to comfort mourners of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Z'tz'l, hareidi man calls him 'evil.' 'Secret Writings' - Rabbi's Library BlockedLibrary contains Rabbi's manuscript with commentary on 'hidden' Torah, says journalist close to family. What Rabbi Yosef Left BehindA neighbor of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef shares what gives him comfort. Mourners continue to flock to home, gravesite. Deputy Minister Roughed Up At FuneralMK Rabbi Eli Ben Dahan, was attacked as he attended the funeral of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Monday, says incitement in haredi media to blame. Rabbi: ‘Jewish State’ beat ‘State of Tel Aviv’Maaleh Adumim rabbi says Rabbi Ovadia Yosef’s funeral proves Torah and Judaism are victorious. Rabbi Yosef's Tomb Already a Place of PilgrimageWithin less than a day of leading Rabbi's passing, scores of followers and worshippers Rabbi David Yosef to PM: Cancel Hareidi EnlistmentRabbi Ovadia Yosef’s son tells Netanyahu that his father was deeply troubled by hareidi enlistment law. Prof Gilon 'Moved' by Rabbi Yosef's Kind MannerCardiologist who treated Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Ztz'l and broke news of his passing has reflected on the last few weeks treating the Torah sage.Rabbi Ovadia Yosef and the ‘Young Criminal’How Rabbi Ovadia Yosef changed the life of a young tearaway everyone had come to call ‘the criminal.’Rabbi Yosef's Funeral Largest in Israel's HistorySome 10% of Israel's population attended the funeral of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Monday night in Jerusalem, police said. |
