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Israel's New Chief Rabbis Inaugurated
President Herzog inaugurated new Ashkenazi and Sephardi Chief Rabbis, emphasizing unity and religious tolerance in Israel.
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Israel
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IdfKnessetShasYeshivat Kerem BeyavneUnited Nations
Isaac HerzogKalman BerDavid YosefYitzhak YosefOvadia Yosef
- What caused delays in the election process?
- The election process was delayed due to disputes over women's inclusion in the voting process and a tie in the Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi election, requiring a runoff.
- Who were the newly inaugurated Chief Rabbis of Israel?
- President Isaac Herzog inaugurated Rabbi Kalman Ber as the new Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi and Rabbi David Yosef as the new Sephardi Chief Rabbi. The ceremony emphasized unity, rebuilding trust in the rabbinate, and respecting other faiths.
- What was the main message conveyed during the inauguration ceremony?
- Both new Chief Rabbis highlighted the importance of unity among Israelis, including secular and religious Jews, and also non-Jews. They plan to actively engage with the community and address concerns.
- How did Rabbi Ber describe the role of a rabbi and what issues did he stress?
- Rabbi Ber, a second-generation Holocaust survivor, described the role of a rabbi as a servant to the people and the importance of uniting all of Israel, and stressed the need to prioritize the welfare of hostages.
- What were the notable legacies and teachings mentioned by the new Chief Rabbis?
- Rabbi Yosef emphasized his father's teachings and the legacy of Rabbi Herzog, highlighting his contributions to the establishment of Israel and his efforts to rescue Jewish children after the Holocaust.