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Rabbi David Sevi Elected Türkiye's Fourth Chief Rabbi

9/11/2025

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Rabbi David Sevi will be elected as Türkiye's fourth Chief Rabbi on September 28-29, 2025, a pivotal event for the Jewish community.
He brings extensive experience in social services and is noted for his contributions to the Maftirim musical tradition.
His election symbolizes community unity and the Turkish government's support for minority relations amid regional tensions.
The Chief Rabbinate has historically been crucial for the Jewish community's welfare and state relations.
Türkiye's Jewish population has decreased from about 80,000 after World War I to roughly 13,000-15,000 today, yet the community has maintained positive relations with the state.

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Rabbi David Sevi will be elected as Türkiye's fourth Chief Rabbi on September 28-29, 2025, a pivotal event for the Jewish community.
He brings extensive experience in social services and is noted for his contributions to the Maftirim musical tradition.
His election symbolizes community unity and the Turkish government's support for minority relations amid regional tensions.
The Chief Rabbinate has historically been crucial for the Jewish community's welfare and state relations.
Türkiye's Jewish population has decreased from about 80,000 after World War I to roughly 13,000-15,000 today, yet the community has maintained positive relations with the state.