Chief rabbi
Rabbinic diplomacy between Israel and US explored in new exhibition
A new exhibition celebrates 100 years of rabbinic diplomacy between Israel and the US, showcasing key meetings, letters, and diplomatic exchanges between Chief Rabbis and US Presidents.
Chief rabbi calls for protection of mosques, churches and synagogues after attacks
Israel’s chief rabbis protest planned Shabbat public transportation
Israel’s Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber visits Monaco Jewish community
Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef: Even haredi men who don't work are prohibited from serving in the IDF
The Prime Minister's Office responded to the remarks, criticizing them as "unacceptable and deserving of complete condemnation."
Breaking the mold: A historic opportunity for the chief rabbis to revitalize Judaism - opinion
The continued erosion of trust in the rabbinate risks polarizing and marginalizing Judaism within Israeli society even further. The new chief rabbis have a historic opportunity to reverse this trend.
Herzog, grandson of Israel’s first Chief Rabbi Inaugurates current Chief Rabbis
President Herzog, the grandson of the first Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi of the State of Israel, hosted Rabbi Kalman Ber and Rabbi David Yosef.
'He just hates women': Smotrich-backed chief rabbi nom. faces controversy over child support policy
Smotrich’s support for Halevi is in contrast to the committee he himself established with rabbis from the religious Zionist community.
This week in Jewish history: The start of the IDF draft and the Daf Yomi cycle
A highly abridged version of the daily Dust & Stars.
At 28, Ireland’s new chief rabbi is leading an aging population in a time of turmoil
Ireland's newest chief rabbi has stepped up during a time of conflict and uncertainty, especially amid Ireland's staunch criticism of Israel.
It's time for a revolutionary rabbi to come save Judaism from self-destructing - opinion
Through the ages, many courageous rabbis changed the course of Judaism by taking bold action, often, if not always, in the face of vehement opposition. It's time for a new rabbinic revolution.
Education as the key to Jewish resilience and global impact - opinion
Amid rising challenges, Jewish education must stay a priority, nurturing future leaders to ensure Jewish children not only survive but thrive.
Chief Rabbi election must be held by September 30, High Court rules
The state has two chief rabbis, one Sephardic and the other Ashkenazi. The previous rabbis were Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef and Rabbi David Lau.
Grapevine: Rabbi Herzog, holy rescuer
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
