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With the First Light: The Chief Rabbi Ascended to the Grave of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Today marks ten years since the passing of the Sephardic Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef. In order to avoid a dangerous gathering, Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef ascended to his father's grave early morning with a small group.

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At the break of dawn and in order to prevent prohibited gatherings, following the instructions of the Home Front Command, Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef ascended to the grave of his father, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, on the tenth anniversary of his passing.

Due to the guidelines, a memorial service was held with a limited number of attendees at the Sanhedria Cemetery. Rabbi Yosef recited the Kaddish and prayed for the success of the soldiers.

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef on the grave of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Photo: Yaakov Cohen
Photo: Yaakov Cohen

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