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Rabbi Meir Mazuz, Influential Scholar, Passes Away at 80

4/20/2025

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Rabbi Meir Mazuz, the esteemed head of Kisse Rahamim Yeshiva in Bnei Brak, has passed away at the age of 80. Renowned for founding numerous educational institutions and championing the Tunisian Talmud study method, his influence extended into politics, backing right-wing parties. His loss is deeply felt, with government officials and followers honoring his remarkable scholarship and leadership.

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Rabbi Meir Mazuz, the esteemed head of Kisse Rahamim Yeshiva in Bnei Brak, has passed away at the age of 80. Renowned for founding numerous educational institutions and championing the Tunisian Talmud study method, his influence extended into politics, backing right-wing parties. His loss is deeply felt, with government officials and followers honoring his remarkable scholarship and leadership.