After 44 years of uncertainty, Rabbi Yuval Cherlow reflects on the identification of Yehuda Katz’s remains, describing a moment of profound pain, consolation and renewed hope for his family.
57% of secular Israelis support religious presence in the public realm, provided it is not forced. Two-thirds of young Israelis view Judaism in a positive light.
Nearly half of Israelis support a nationwide ban on opening entertainment venues and restaurants on the eve of Tisha B'Av, according to a new survey, with supporters arguing the day should be recognized as a national day of remembrance.
While much of Israel watches the World Cup final, Rabbi David Stav is calling on the public to remember the families who lost their homes in the Havat Gilad fire.
Tzohar Rabbinical Organization criticizes Knesset approval of legislation reversing recent kashrut reforms, calling it a setback for the public.
Tzohar insists its kashrut license was lawfully issued by the Chief Rabbinate after ministry officials claimed the certification lacks legal validity.
The Chief Rabbinate Council said it does not approve Tzohar's kashrut certification license, arguing the required legal process was not followed.
Following a lengthy legal process, the Israeli Chief Rabbinate granted the Tzohar Kashrut Agency an official license to operate as a kosher certification body.
A poll found that the Israeli public is divided almost evenly on whether to integrate women into armored units versus making adjustments for religious soldiers.
Tzohar says proposed Torah Study Basic Law misuses Torah for political purposes and must not be linked to avoiding military service.
Tzohar Rabbinical Organization has released a special prayer to be recited in the period of transition between Israel’s Memorial Day and Independence Day.
Tzohar issued halachic guidelines for Passover amid war, advising how to conduct the Seder and handle siren interruptions during key rituals.
Tzohar calls on communities to avoid loud noisemakers during Megillah readings, citing trauma triggers for veterans and war-affected Israelis.
Rabbi David Stav, chairman of the Tzohar Rabbinical Organization, in a special interview with Arutz Sheva: "The Torah requires that each one of us serve."
Rabbi Menachem Goldberg gave a Torah class to hundreds of thousands of people every morning - but he never actually existed.
Survey found sharp divisions among Israel’s Jewish public over celebrating the civil New Year, with most religious Israelis rejecting it and many secular Israelis planning to mark the occasion.
New poll reveals: Vast majority of secular Israelis light Hanukkah candles, attributing cultural and family values to the custom.
The Supreme Court has ordered the Chief Rabbinate to decide whether the Tzohar organization is eligible for a kashrut certification license under the 2021 kashrut reform initiated by former Religious Services Minister Matan Kahana.
Responding to anti-Israel candidate Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City Mayor, Tzohar Rabbinical Organization issues open letter urging Diaspora Jewry to prioritize aliyah.
In response to the IDF’s plan to recruit from abroad, Tzohar stresses that Diaspora support is valuable but cannot replace Israeli citizens' duty to serve.
The Tzohar Rabbinical organization called for the Knesset to pass a draft law that would give equal responsibility to all..
Ahead of Israel's 77th Independence Day, Tzohar has published a prayer for the transition from Memorial Day to provide a source of inspiration and comfort amidst the ongoing war.
Tzohar, in collaboration with the Atid Le'Otef Movement, composed a special prayer dedicated to the People of Israel, the hostages and their families, IDF soldiers, and all those who have been affected by the war.
Rabbinic organization releases reccomandations for how to celebrate the upcoming Jewish High Holidays in the shadow of October 7 and the war, including a 'silent hakafah.'
Ahead of Tisha B'Av and amid the war, Rabbi David Stav appeals to the Jewish people not to allow arguments to turn into hate: 'When we see a dispute causing hatred, I'm asking everybody including myself - please, pull back.'
Tzohar sues Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, grandson of former Chief Rabbi, for alleged false and defamatory statements.
The Tzohar Rabbinical Organization is calling on Jews to leave an empty seat at their seder tables and to dedicate the fifth cup, traditionally known as Elijah’s Cup, to the hostages.
Over 700 free events to bring Purim joy to evacuees, IDF soldiers, and others.
The head of the Tzohar Rabbinical organization proposes a novel approach to the issue of haredim drafting into the IDF.
Tzohar Rabbis call on the public to mention the Tenth of Tevet as a day of prayer and good deeds, to say kaddish for the victims of the war.
Hundreds gather for moving prayer service as Torah scroll is brought into captive Mia Shem’s home.
Tzohar Rabbinical Organization has coordinated visits to more than 400 homes of families who lost loved ones.
Rabbi David Stav hinted to Mayor Huldai to allow Rosh Yehudi to hold its Hakafot on Simchat Torah in the city.
In addition to the prayers in Dizengoff Square, the protesters also sought to disturb another prayer service at Habima Square in Tel Aviv.
Tzohar chairman says organization receiving more requests for marriage certificates for emigration purposes.
Tzohar to be recognized as a kashrut certifier for imported food items after court decision.
Tzohar rabbinic organization gears up for busy wedding season, with plans to conduct 365 weddings from mid-May through June.
Megilla readings organized across Israel by Tzohar and Ohr Torah Stone expected to draw tens of thousands of Israelis.
After years of delays - including due to the COVID pandemic - 100-year-old Avraham Nachum and 70-year-old Bella wed with the help of Tzohar.
Tzohar Rabbinical Organization and ALEH launch program encouraging people with elderly neighbors to light Hanukkah candles together.
Head of the Tzohar Rabbinical Organization, speaks about how to prepare for Shavuot - the holiday commemorating the giving of the Torah.
'Megilla in the communities' initiative brings Purim celebrations to over 550 locations.
Tzohar rabbinic organization stresses importance of teaching ethical behavior even prior to the practical side of kosher supervision.
Details of Chief Rabbinate's response to Tzohar petition to Supreme Court revealed. Tzohar dismisses allegations.
'Breaking Rabbinate's monopoly over kashrut is an important step helping to bring the Israeli kitchen and kosher kitchen closer together.'
New device now approved in Switzerland for a "peaceful" death. "This phenomenon is only going to spread," says Tzohar Rabbi Yuval Cherlow.
The 'prayer of conscript' for the success of new soldiers was written by Tzohar rabbis and sung by chief cantor of the IDF Shai Abramson.
Speaking was Rabbi Cohen, dean of the Hebron yeshiva, while praising Rabbi Ovadya Yosef for his uncompromising stance.
Head of Tzohar, Rabbi David Stav congratulates girls for considering army service.
Tzohar organization offers Shabbat programming for hikers along the famed Israel Trail.
Rabbi Yuval Cherlow, chief ethicist of Tzohar, says peer pressure for vaccination is acceptable, as long as it doesn't become coercion.
Chairman of Tzohar rabbinical organization says his organization stays out of politics, but is proud to have a religious prime minister.
With corona restrictions lifted, Tzohar drafts special prayer for the return of children to the synagogues
As Israel reopens post-pandemic, the Tzohar rabbinical organization is reporting a dramatic increase in marriage registrations.
'The last thing we would want is that weddings should serve to help spread the virus,' Tzohar chair Rabbi David Stav says.
Blames 'power brokers' associated with Chief Rabbinate for allowing decision to go ahead.
400 individual megillah readings in over 200 different communities across Israel in accordance with government COVID restrictions.
As number of coronavirus fatalities continues to rise, Tzohar Rabbinical Organization unveils new program for end of life ethical issues.
Tzohar and Arutz Sheva hold special broadcast: The vaccination dilemma: Covid-19 vaccine from ethical, medical and halachic perspectives.
Head of ethics department at Tzohar rabbinical organization says medical staff, at-risk groups must get vaccine before persuading the public
