Rabbi Haim Druckman

Purim, Israel and the State of Israel:

For the Jews there will be light and happiness and joy and honor

Although the events of Purim took place outside the Land of Israel, Purim is deeply connected to it.

“Hineni" - Ready for every task, great and small!

A person should approach military service with the understanding that it is a mitzva-one that overrides even considerations of danger to life, a mitzva whose value is beyond measure, no matter what his placement is.

Wake up from your dream!

There is a dire need to teach the truth to all Am Yisrael, both in Israel and in the Diaspora.

Captivity survivor:

Rabbi Druckman’s teachings gave me strength during captivity

Hamas captivity survivor Agam Berger describes how she miraculously received a prayer book and summary of Rabbi Haim Druckman's book during her time in captivity. 'It came at the moment when I did not expect it, and gave us strength.'

Setbacks in the Redemption Process

When the end approaches there will be many troubles growing in strength, a sign of Yisrael’s salvation.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman:

“You will see It with your own eyes, but you will not eat of it”

We must never try to predict how God judges His people.

17th of Tammuz:

The Fast Days will be replaced by Holidays

Salvation often grows from within crisis. What seems like delay or darkness is really a hidden advance toward the light.

"La-zeman Hazeh":

Celebrating Independence Day is a Torah requirement

In recent years, some people have begun to have doubts about the celebration of Yom Haatzmaut, asking such questions as "What is the point of this joy?!" This question is asked in pain, in view of the difficult reality, where we often act in a way that erodes and damages our independence. Should we really continue to celebrate Yom Haatzmaut?

Bechayil Uve'Ruach:

When is it a mitzva to go out to war?

We do not enlist in the army as a favor to anyone or to serve the needs of particular individuals. Enlisting in the IDF is a mitzvah! Our participation in the IDF is not an act of voluntary goodwill—it is a fulfillment of God's command!

The holiness of fallen religious and nonreligious IDF soldiers

Thanks to the fallen soldiers of the IDF, the people of Israel live! Thanks to those brave soldiers who risked their lives for the rebirth of Israel, the State of Israel exists!

Agam found Rabbi Druckman's book in Gaza

After she read Rabbi Haim Druckman's book, Agam Berger understood that she was permitted to eat non-kosher meat if it is a matter of life and death.

The theme of Vayigash and Vayechi: Jews belong in Eretz Yisrael

Like the majority of Jews in Mitzrayim, that 80% that would not leave, if they don’t come home to Israel they will be lost.

Why destroy Sodom, was it the only evil place in the world?

The extreme punishment of the people of Sodom came about not only because of what they did, but because of where they did it.

Two revelations, two levels

The founders of our nation could not have attained their exalted status without the accompanying nurturing of the Holy Land.

Wife of senior religious Zionist rabbi:

Dr. Sara Druckman passed away at the age of 90

The widow of the late Rabbi Chaim Druckman, Sara Druckman was one of the first religious female medical doctors in Israel.

Setbacks and Israel’s Redemption

“A woman’s birthing pains are very painful,” Rabbi Druckman explains. “The same holds true for the birth pangs of Mashiach."

Rabbi Druckman on Vayechi: Don’t bury me in Egypt!

Why is it so important to Yaakov to be buried in Eretz Yisrael and not in Egypt? Rav Chaim Druckman zts"l answers this question.

For Rabbi Druckman's first yahrzeit: His words on Israel's wars

The revenge of Israel and the revenge of Hashem are one. An enemy who rises up against Israel is rising up against Hashem.

Widow of fallen soldier:

'Rabbi Druckman taught us we are living in a miracle'

Widow of Rabbi Elisha Levinshtern, who fell in Gaza, shares belief in goodness despite personal pain, which she learned from Rabbi Druckman.

Purim with Rabbi Druckman:

Impossible to describe the holiness

For his students, Rabbi Chaim Druckman was a central component of every holiday, especially Purim.

From the Torah Teachings of Rabbi Druckman ztz”l

The main point of greatness in the Torah is to understand the important things, as Rabbi Haim ztz”l did.

'Say little and do much,' Rabbi Druckman's defining saying

There is so much to say and what to tell about my rabbi Rabbi Druckman because his work expanded to all areas of activity that there are.

Rabbi Shimon Lapid to head Rabbi Druckman's yeshiva

Or Etzion Yeshiva announces that Rabbi Chaim Druckman's son-in-law will lead the yeshiva after his passing.

My life would be nothing without Rabbi Druckman's teachings

INN writer Yitz Goldberg looks back on his connection with Rabbi Chaim Druckman and the lessons he learned from him.

The Basic Law of Torah Study and Rabbi Haim Druckman ztz”l

The idea of a “Basic Law: Torah Study” was mentioned here for the first time, and thank God, the coalition now intends to enact such a law

Rabbi Chaim Druckman zts"l – Life, legacy and mission

Had Rav Druckman lived another minute, it would have been filled with action. Every minute of his life was dedicated to Am Yisrael.

Rare footage:

Rabbi Druckman addresses crowd in English

10 years ago the late rabbi addressed a concert in New York stating: 'There should be many states for many nations, but not in Israel'.

Family reveals:

Rabbi Druckman cried while comforting Ahuvya Sandak's parents

Family of teen killed during police chase releases recording of consolation call from leading rabbi on 2nd anniversary of teen's passing.

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!

Police Commissioner:

'Rabbi Druckman knew how to bridge between groups'

Police Chief Kobi Shabtai visited the family of Rabbi Chaim Druckman: 'An educator who raised generations of students.'

He was able to

Those words are said by an elected prime minister who has succeeded in forming a coalition. Rabbi Druckman could say that about his life.

Rabbi Druckman was not the last of his kind

Growing up in Communist Russia, the man who would become the spiritual leader of Religious Zionism thought Judaism was lost.

Shaked to INN:

'Rabbi Druckman never had a bad word to say about anyone'

Interior Minister says Rabbi Chaim Druckman remained in touch despite opposing government, opposed incitement.

In memory of Rabbi Chaim Druckman

He taught the generation he shepherded that light would emerge from tribulation just as dawn follows the deep darkness of night.Op-ed.

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Thousands gather for Rabbi Chaim Druckman's funeral

President Herzog, incoming PM Netanyahu, both Chief Rabbis of Israel top list of speakers eulogizing Religious Zionism's spiritual leader.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman to be laid to rest Monday

Tens of thousands expected to take part in funeral of top Religious Zionist rabbi, who will be laid to rest in moshav outside of Ashkelon.

'The message got through':

MK Ohad Tal eulogizes Rabbi Druckman

MK Ohad Tal of the Religious Zionist Party: Rabbi Druckman was a true public leader.

Rare footage:

Rabbi Druckman meets Lubavitcher Rebbe

Chabad's media company, JEM, published unique video clip of a meeting between Rabbi Chaim Druckman and the Lubavitcher Rebbe from 1991.

Rabbi Lau on Rabbi Druckman:

'For 90 years he educated and brought Jews closer to God'

Israel's Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi, Rabbi David Lau, eulogizes Rabbi Chaim Druckman, who passed away at the age of 90.

Sephardic Chief Rabbi:

'The people of Israel lost a great and versatile personality'

For decades he stood to the right of the Chief Rabbinate since the days of my father Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, who had a deep friendship with him.

Ayelet Shaked:

'Rabbi Druckman accepted me even though I'm not religious'

'Over the years in Israeli politics during which I consulted with him, I got to discover that the rabbi sees the good in everything.'

Rabbi Druckman OBM

'Most revered rabbinical figure of Religious Zionism'

Religious Zionist groups Tzohar and World Mizrachi mourn passing of Rabbi Chaim Druckman

Eulogies for Rabbi Druckman

Netanyahu: Israel lost a leader, I lost a personal friend

Public figures from across the political spectrum are paying their respects to one of the greatest rabbis and scholars of our generation.

Jewish world in mourning

Rabbi Chaim Druckman dead at 90

Leading religious Zionist rabbi and former lawmaker Rabbi Chaim Druckman, 90, passes away after being hospitalized with COVID.

Hadassah:

Rabbi Druckman in very serious condition, underwent CPR

Jerusalem hospital provides update on efforts to save life of leading religious Zionist rabbi.

Condition of Rabbi Chaim Druckman worsens

Family of leading religious Zionist rabbi hospitalized with COVID asks public not to visit him in the hospital.

Chief Rabbi: Rabbi Druckman saw me and said 'Rabbi Lau'

Chief Rabbi of Israel lights Hanukkah candles at INN office, describes visit with leading religious Zionist rabbi.

Rabbi Druckman's family: Improvement in rabbi's condition

Chief Rabbi David Lau visits leading religious Zionist rabbi in the hospital.

Hadassah: No change in condition of Rabbi Chaim Druckman

Leading religious Zionist rabbi remains in serious condition over 1 week after being diagnosed with COVID-19.

Hadassah Dir: Improvement in Rabbi Druckman's condition

Mass prayer to be held at Western Wall for Rabbi Chaim Druckman's recovery tonight.

Rabbi Druckman's family:

'Yesterday it seemed there was no hope, today we saw a miracle'

Family of leading religious Zionist rabbi thanks public for their prayers after rabbi's condition sees improvement.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman:

'A miracle occurred, he woke up' describes daughter

"They already summoned us to say goodbye, but everyone's prayers turned things around."

Smotrich visits Rabbi Druckman: 'His condition is not good'

Finance Minister-designate calls on public to pray for recovery of Rabbi Chaim Druckman. 'He is unconscious.'

Rabbi Chaim Druckman hospitalized as condition worsens

Leading religious Zionist rabbi taken to Hadassah Ein Kerem days after being diagnosed with COVID.

Slight improvement in Rabbi Chaim Druckman's condition

Condition of leading religious Zionist rabbi remains serious but stable. Mass prayer at Western Wall to be held this evening.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman:

Top Religious Zionist rabbi in serious condition

90-year-old Rabbi Chaim Druckman listed in serious condition and receiving oxygen after becoming infected with coronavirus.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman diagnosed with COVID

Public asked to pray for recovery of leading religious Zionist rabbi as he battles COVID for the second time.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman:

'Police should investigate charges against Rabbi Tzvi Tau'

Rabbi Druckman: My comment was in criticism of society that passes judgement even before the police have completed their investigation.

Thousands celebrate spiritual leader's milestone birthday

Thousands gathered in Jerusalem to celebrate Rabbi Chaim Druckman's 90th birthday.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman:

'Disengagement Law is stupidity, repeal it as soon as possible'

Leading religious Zionist rabbi voices support for Samaria Council's campaign to pressure govt. to repeal Disengagement Law in north Samaria