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
New interim chief rabbi appointed, previous resigned over inclusion of female rabbis
Ralbag's appointment was made according to the rule that that the oldest member of the rabbinical council will fill the position in the absence of a serving chief rabbi.
Editor's Notes: Chief rabbis retire but did anybody notice?
The Chief Rabbinate must evolve to address the spiritual and practical needs of all Jews in Israel, regardless of their level of observance.
Israel no longer has chief rabbis after ministry fails to hold timely elections
The Religious Services Ministry failed to hold elections in time to reinstate the tenure of chief rabbis.
'Spiritual support' to the military: Kyiv chief rabbi meets with senior Ukrainian officers
The event, held at the JCC Beit Menachem community center, included a lecture by the Chief Rabbi.
Exiled chief rabbi: Russia neglects terror threat by focusing on repression
"The Russian authorities have used the law enforcement authorities to repress any kind of opposition to the Kremlin, opposition to the war."
Irish chief rabbi: 'Ireland is one of the most anti-Zionist states in the West'
The Jerusalem Post Podcast with Tamar Uriel-Beeri and Sarah Ben-Nun.
The Chief Rabbinate office is rife with nepotism, affecting Israeli society - opinion
Accusations of nepotism within Israel's rabbinate intensify amid upcoming elections. This practice, seen in key appointments, raises concerns about fairness and transparency.
Position for Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi reopens as Rabbinical Committee withdraws candidate
The Rabbinical Committee withdraws Rabbi Meir Kahane as the Religious Zionist candidate for Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi, reopening the race for the position.
Jerusalem chief rabbi refuses to shake gay Knesset speaker's hand
Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar refuses handshake with Knesset Speaker Ohana at funeral due to his sexual orientation; Amar's history of LGBTQ+ opposition noted.
Two rabbis too many? A look at Israel's confusing chief rabbi system
Throughout the Jewish world, Israel stands out by having two chief rabbis. The ‘Magazine’ looks at why – and asks if this model should continue
