
Funding Dispute May Close Down Hebron’s Tomb of the Patriarchs
Israel’s Ministry of Religious Services ordered preparations to close Hebron’s Tomb of the Patriarchs due to a funding dispute after a Supreme Court ruling.

Israel’s Ministry of Religious Services ordered preparations to close Hebron’s Tomb of the Patriarchs due to a funding dispute after a Supreme Court ruling.
Kashrut certification jurisdiction rules clarified by the Religious Services Ministry, requiring rabbis to serve only within their designated areas.
Beit Shemesh reopens its historic 'Shvil HaShel' mikveh after a complete reconstruction, funded by a 2 million shekel investment to ensure the highest halachic.
Jerusalem, Israel – Beit Shemesh's historic 'Shvil HaShel' mikveh, the city's first, has reopened after a 2 million shekel reconstruction, enhancing religious.
Beit Shemesh's historic 'Shvil HaShel' mikveh, the city's first, has been fully reconstructed and reopened, enhancing religious services.
Israel's Ministry of Religious Services celebrates a 58% female workforce and enhanced management roles for women, marking progress in gender equality.

The Ministry of Religious Services announced the election for Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo will be held on March 26, 2026, featuring a record 18 candidates.

Rabbi Uri Sadan was elected Savyon's local council rabbi, filling a vacancy since 2016. This marks a significant step for residents, bringing stable Torah.
Israel's marriage registrations surged 6.41% in 2025, with border towns like Kiryat Shmona seeing a 164% jump. Young couples are building futures in.

Kiriat Ono will appoint its new Chief Rabbi on February 24, 2026, after Rabbi Dr. Ratzon Arusi's retirement. The selection committee convened today to advance.