New book salutes life and work of Efrat's founding rabbi
Compendium of scholarly articles launched in tribute to Rabbi Shlomo Riskin.
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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.
Founding Chief Rabbi of Efrat: We should thank Trump
Rabbi Shlomo Riskin finds no cause for concern in Trump's plan: The Arabs refuse and will receive nothing. We should be saying thank you.
Rabbi Riskin: 'I'm in quarantine, those over 70 should not go to synagogue'
Efrat rabbi urges public: Follow Health Ministry guidelines, take added precautions. 'Those age 70 and older should not pray with a minyan.'
New play celebrates the life of Rabbi Shlomo Riskin
Actor Jacky Levy debuts new one-man play about the life and legacy of Efrat chief rabbi, Rabbi Shlomo Riskin.
Meet the real Rabbi Shlomo Riskin
The rabbi who founded the city of Efrat is sometimes seen as controversial.
Hebrew U leads Israel in number of PhDs this year
335 students will be awarded, with honorary degrees going to individuals including Miriam Naor, Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin, Judea Pearl.
Ohr Torah Stone inaugurates Rabbi Kenneth Brander
Rabbi Shlomo Riskin passes leadership of Ohr Torah Stone movement he founded to Rabbi Dr. Kenneth Brander
Rabbi Riskin: US Jews, move to Israel
Efrat rabbi calls on US Jewry to recognize Israel as their home following Pittsburgh synagogue massacre.
'Brushes with the Bible' - when Torah and art meet
Book launched combining sermons of Rabbi Shlomo Riskin with commentators, midrashim, interspersed with breathtaking works of art.
Rabbi Shlomo Riskin to join Chief Rabbinate Council?
Leading religious Zionist rabbi and spiritual leader of Efrat says Chief Rabbinate must represent all Orthodox Jews reach to secular Jews.
Marcel Lindenbaum passes away
Philanthropist and supporter of women's Torah study passes away. 'Noble, modest, and honest.'
Meet the real Rabbi Shlomo Riskin
The rabbi who founded the city of Efrat is sometimes seen as controversial. Meet the real Rabbi Riskin.
'Trump's recognition of J'lem was the right response to Obama'
Rabbi of Efrat Shlomo Riskin saysTrump's recognition of Jerusalem was the inevitable response to the UN resolution Obama allowed to pass.
Rabbi Riskin to step down from Ohr Torah network he founded
Rabbi Riskin is to be succeeded by Rabbi Kenneth Brander, Yeshiva University administrator.
Rabbi Ariel: LGBT people are not 'forced' to sin
Leading rabbi says claiming homosexuals are 'forced' into acting the way they do allows criminals to say the same.
Reform and Us - cooperation or conflict?
Rabbi Riskin's remarks calling Reform movement 'partners' draws call for liberal religious Zionist soul-searching on Halakha, Reform.
Rabbi Riskin: Respect, don't demean
Efrat rabbi says he sees Reform, Conservative as partners, and hopes the chief rabbis will listen to his message.
Rabbi Riskin: Reform and Conservative are part of Israel'
Religious Zionist Rabbi Shlomo Riskin says Diaspora Jewry can teach Israelis about religious pluralism.
'Trump did a great thing'
Efrat's rabbi points out President's true achievement: 'Succeeded in uniting Sunni countries against terrorism; we are no longer isolated'.
'It is forbidden to serve in mixed units'
Religious Zionist liberals Yaakov Medan, Shlomo Riskin, David Stav and others issue statements opposing the mixed service directive
Rabbi Riskin: The UN is a bunch of hypocrites
"We are not slaves here, we receive charity from no-one; this is our land."
Rabbi Riskin: Trump's victory is a victory for the Jewish people
Rabbi Shlomo Riskin analyzes the dramatic victory of Trump as a victory for Israel and for the Jewish people
'Stop treating Diaspora rabbis with contempt'
Natan Sharansky, Rabbi Shlomo Riskin join protest over Rabbinate's refusal to recognize conversions by Rabbi Haskel Lookstein.
Reform, Conservative Movements are not our allies
The Reform and Conservative movements are not allies, but pose a clear danger to Jewish continuity.
Rabbi Riskin: End the 'war' on Reform Jews
Chief Rabbi of Efrat says Israelis have a misperception of Reform, Conservative Jews; 'They're our partners, not our enemies.'
Conversion ruling dents Chief Rabbinate's control
Supreme Court decision on Jewish conversion changes almost nothing, but down the line, it could change a lot.
Rabbi Riskin: Like Hamas, we must defeat Khamenei
Efrat chief rabbi speaks with Arutz Sheva about connection between Purim, nuclear Iran.
Riskin opposes celebration of secular New Year
Chief Rabbi of Efrat says celebrating 'Sylvester' not in keeping with Jewish spirit.
Riskin Clarifies: Converts Must Keep Commandments
Rabbi Shlomo Riskin says he was misquoted, after reports claimed he recognizes converts who only accept 'traditional' lifestyle.
Rabbi Riskin: 'No Rebellion Against Rabbinate'
Rabbi of Efrat explains that the decision to establish independent conversion courts is 'completely within Halacha.'
Israeli-Palestinian Prayer for Arson Victims
Rabbis and Sheikhs to unite for prayer rally for victims' recovery. Rabbi Riskin: 'If we lose our morals, we don't deserve a state.'
Rabbi Riskin: We Must Embrace Every Single Jew
Rabbi Shlomo Riskin slams Shas minister for remarks against Reform Jews, asserts 'we can only bring people closer to Torah through love.'
Rabbi Riskin Comes Out Fighting
In first public speech since speculation over his position, Rabbi Riskin criticizes Rabbinate's conduct, says it's pushing people away.
Rabbi Riskin's Term Officially Extended
The rabbi of Efrat received the approval of the Chief Rabbinate Council for extending his term until he is 80, after Haaretz report flap.
Chief Rabbi: Rabbi Riskin Won't Be Fired
Rabbi Lau bemoans media reports taking Efrat chief rabbi's tenure extension talk 'out of proportion,' says no 'political' motive as claimed.
Bennett: I Will Represent Rabbi Riskin, if Needed
Education Minister Naftali Bennett slammed attempts to unseat Rabbi Shlomo Riskin as Efrat chief rabbi as 'unacceptable.'
Rabbinate Hints May Not Renew Rabbi Riskin's Term
The Chief Rabbinate on Wednesday hinted that it was under strong pressure to remove Rabbi Shlomo Riskin as Chief Rabbi of Efrat
Rabbi Riskin: We Need A Plural Chief Rabbinate
Chief Rabbi of Efrat puzzles over dismissal rumors, notes that Rabbinate is important - but must address non-haredi communities.
Report: Rabbi Shlomo Riskin Faces Deposal
Sources say Chief Rabbinate looking to get rid of Efrat's veteran Chief Rabbi; Tzohar threatens to fight any moves to do so.
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