Chief rabbi
Argentina's Sephardi chief rabbi reaffirms 100-year-old ruling on conversions, sparks controversy
A controversial ruling in Argentina reaffirms a 100-year-old conversion ban, fueling tensions between Orthodox and non-Orthodox movements.
Grapevine, January 16, 2026: Christian ‘Who’s Who’ in Israel
High Court freezes Tel Aviv chief rabbi election, citing flawed consultation process
Grapevine, December 26, 2025: In his father’s footsteps
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.
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."
