![]() Rabbi Amar in letter to Pres. Putin: 'May you have mercy on Naama Issachar and her family'Rabbi Shlomo Amar sends letter to Russia's Pres. Putin asking him to 'have mercy' and pardon Naama Issachar for possessing marijuana.![]() '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. |