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What's New in Yeshiva? (Choref 5764)

Week of 28 Adar - 5 Nisan / March 21-27
Shabbat Vayikra

Pesach Shiurim: Special Pesach shiurim were given during the closing days of the choref zman, many of which are available online. The concluding shiur was given by the Rosh Hayeshiva shlita. The Irving and Marian Lerner Torah Audio Center made a double-CD of over twenty Pesach shiurim.

Shabbat at Ofra: The Kollel spent a lovely Shabbat together at Ofra, together with the Rosh Hayeshiva shlita, and the Rosh Kollel, Rav Zechariah Tubi shlita. A big yishar koach to the organizers.

Week of 21-27 Adar / March 14-20
Shabbat Vayakhel-Pekudei

G'mach Yad Yissachar & Yitzchak: Yad Yissachar & Yitzchak was founded five years ago by KBY talmidim and avreichim on a volunteer basis to provide Shabbat food for families in the nearby cities of Ashdod, Yavneh, and Gedera. The activity of the organization has expanded, and it now provides for over 400 families on a weekly basis. On Purim, it distributed matanot la'evyonim, and it is currently preparing for a special Pesach distibution to 750 families! The organization has approbations from the Israeli Chief Rabbis, and other Rabbinic figures. Those interested in contributing please contact either Mr. Ari Schwartz at (718) 338-5344 or R. Etai Shoham. (Click here to view a letter summarizing the activity of the organization.)

Mazal Tov to Rosh Hayeshiva and Rabbanit Greenberg upon the birth of a granddaughter.
Mazal Tov to Shalom and Ortal Begayev upon the pidyon haben of their son.
Mazal Tov to Dany Magid upon his marriage to Noemi Trabelski.
Sheva Brachot were held for Yaakov and Liba Kastner at the Yeshiva.

Week of 14-20 Adar / March 7 - 13
Shabbat Ki Tisa

Purim: After Megillah reading, the Israeli talmidim went to the houses of their Ramim, while the overseas talmidim held a special "Purim shpiel." Everyone then gathered in the Dining Hall for the Purim Chagiga, which featured music, lively singing and dancing, and a skit and video prepared by the shana dalet Israeli talmidim. As usual, Rav Friedman led a group of talmidim at night and in the morning to the Harzfeld Geriatric Hospital in the nearby city of Gedera to read Megillah for the patients and to sing and dance with them.

On Purim morning, people were busy delivering Mishloach Manot to each other and to their Rebbeim. Most of the Israeli talmidim returned to their families for the seuda, while the overseas talmidim ate together in the Dining Hall, and then went out to dance and "participate" in the seudot of the local families. After Ma'ariv many talmidim traveled to Yerushalayim, where they participated in Shushan Purim festivities and joined those Rebbeim living in Yerushalayim for their seudot. Photos from this Purim are available at the photogallery.

Mazal Tov to Yaakov Kastner, the overseas madrich, upon his marriage to Liba Rosby.
Mazal Tov to R. Yehuda and Shoshi Lapian upon the birth of a daughter.
Mazal Tov to R. Yosi and Ani Cohen upon the birth of a daughter.

Week of 7-13 Adar / Feb. 29 - March 6
Shabbat Tetzaveh

9^th Yahrzeit of Maran Rosh Hayeshiva zt"l: The Yeshiva commemorated 7 Adar, the Yahrzeit of founding Rosh Hayeshiva Rav Chaim Yaakov Goldvicht zt"l. In the morning, a bus of Ramim, avreichim and talmidim traveled to say Tehillim at the gravesite at Har Hamenuchot in Yerushalayim, at which the Rabbanit was present.

In the afternoon, a memorial assembly was held in the Yeshiva. Rav Moshe Meyernick shlita, son-in-law of Maran Rosh Hayeshiva zt"l, began the program with a shiur on the topic, "Megillah as a Form of Hallel." The Yeshiva was then honored with the presence of Rishon Letzion Harav Mordechai Eliyahu shlita, who discussed issues of Purim, and encouraged the talmidim to observe their Rebbeim, and to ask in order to understand their actions. Afterwards, the Rosh Hayeshiva shlita spoke. Rav Rivlin concluded the program after ma'ariv with a shiur, "The Covenant of the Tribes."

Raffle draw: In conjunction with the Yahrzeit commemoration, the Jubilee Grand Raffle draw was held. The raffle draw culminates an intensive fundraising effort of over a year-and-a-half, and the proceeds of the raffle will be dedicated to the KBY Campus Renewal Fund. We thank all those who helped, as well as those who participated and purchased raffle tickets.

Parshat Zachor: On Ta'anit Esther, Hamashgiach Rav Rivlin shlita gave a sicha. The Beit Midrash was decorated in preparation for Purim,and Parshat Zachor was read in the traditional nusach Sefard, Ashkenaz, Yemenite and Tunisian/Yerushalmi.

Mazal Tov Rav and Rabbanit Moshe Stav upon the marriage of their daughter Zipporah to R. Dror Aurbach.

Week of 30 Shevat - 6 Adar / Feb. 22-28
Shabbat Teruma

Mishe'nichnas Adar: Signs and notices in the spirit of Purim began appearing around the Yeshiva. As customary, shana dalet mostly handles the Purim festivities.

Siyum Masechet: The Kollel Yom Shishi adult education program made a siyum on Masechet Rosh Hashana. The siyum was made by Rav Moshe Amsalem, who heads the programs, and was graced by the presence of the Rosh Hayeshiva shlita and other Ramim.

7 Adar: On Motzei Shabbat, the yahrzeit of Maran Rosh Hayeshiva zt"l, Rav Ari Katz gave a sicha about Adar and Torah, based on the teachings of Rav Goldvicht zt"l, and told stories of Yeshiva life during the period of the Rosh Yeshiva zt"l.

Mazal Tov to R. Ofer and Einav Akiva on the birth of a son.

Week of 23-29 Shevat / Feb. 15-21
Shabbat Mishpatim

Rabbi Y. Twersky, of the Frisch Academy in New Jersey, visited the Yeshiva and delivered a shiur to the overseas talmidim.

Overseas Shabbaton in the Golan: The overseas talmidim, accompanied by Rav Friedman and Rav Katz, went on a tiyul to the Golan. They were based in the settlement, Keshet, where they spent Shabbat, and visited sites in the Golan, including the Golan winery. They also had the rare and exciting opportunity to play in the snow!

Shabbat Gibush: Eighty-five talmidim who will form next year's incoming Israeli class gathered together for a "Shabbat Gibush" at the Yeshiva. On Leil Shabbat they had a panel discussion with the Rosh Hayeshiva and Ramim about learning at KBY, and on Shabbat morning they had kiddush at the houses of the avreichim. They heard shiurim from Rav Benzion Elgazi, who is the first year Ram, and from the Mashgiach shlita. The dedicated group reflects the continued success of the Yeshiva.

Week of 9-15 Shevat / Feb. 1-7
Shabbat Beshalach

There was a small "fabrengen" in honor of 10 Shevat, the yahrzeit of R. Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn zt"l, father-in-law of the most recent Lubavicher Rebbe, R. Menachem Mendel Schneersohn zt"l.

Ordination Ceremony: The Israeli Chief Rabbinate held an ordination ceremony in Yeshurun Synagogue for those who recently completed the tests for Rabbinic Ordination. The ordination certificates were awarded by the Chief Rabbis, Rav Moshe Amar and Rav Yona Metzger shlita. The Kerem B'Yavneh avreichim who received ordination are: Rav Etan Zanbar (Yadin Yadin – Dayanut); Rav Shimshon Klein (Rav 'Ir); Rav Aharon Friedman, Achimeir Kallah, Yaakov Rashi, Itai Shoham, and Ofer Unger (Yoreh Yoreh). Rav Ofer Unger spoke and behalf of all those receiving Yoreh Yoreh ordination, and was a source of great pride for KBY.

Rosh Hayeshiva in L.A.: The Rosh Hayeshiva shlita was in Los Angeles for Shabbat, in conjunction with the KBY 50^th Anniversary Dinner, where he gave numerous shiurim and sichot, including a special Tu B'Shvat shiur on Shabbat afternoon.

Week of 2-8 Shevat / Jan. 25-31
Shabbat Bo

KBY Chadashot Brochure: The Yeshiva mailed out a bilingual chadashot brochure in an attractive and highly colorful format to its alumni in Israel and overseas. The brochure focused on the various Jubilee events of the past year, as well as the upcoming events and campaigns, and also listed recent alumni mazal tov's and condolences. We hope that this brochure will serve as a valuable link with our alumni, and look forward to your ongoing connection with the Yeshiva. The mailing also contained a letter "kicking-off" the Yeshiva's $5,000,000 alumni campaign. (To download the brochure in Acrobat .pdf format right-click: English; Hebrew; letter.)

Upcoming Events: Director Mr. Eli Klein and Mr. Urie Lieberman, Director of Public Relations, left for the States to finalize preparations for the Los Angeles Jubilee Dinner Reception on Feb. 11, '04, and for the 4th Annual Alumni Shabbaton in the Five Towns area. They will be joined by the Rosh Hayeshiva, Rav Blachman (who will also administer bechinot and interviews for prospective students), Rav Silver, and Rav Katz. Details are available at the Calendar of Events.

Israeli Shabbaton in Old City: The shana-aleph Israeli talmidim spent a fascinating Shabbat in Yerushalayim, accompanied by the Rosh Hayeshiva shlita and their Ramim, Rav Benzion Algazi and Rav Yitzchak Levi. On Fri. morning they went on a tour, "In the footsteps of Rav Aryeh Levine," visiting the "Nachala'ot" neighborhood, where he lived. Afterwards they visited the former house of Rav A.I. Kook zt"l, near the city center, and had a shiur in the house of Rav Mordechai Eliyahu shlita, before moving on to Yeshivat Hakotel, where they stayed for Shabbat.
On Leil Shabbat, they davened Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel, heard a sicha from Rav Nebenzahl, and had a tish with the Rosh Hayeshiva and Rav Hadari (former Mashgiach of KBY). They then walked to Mea She'arim, where they participated in additional tishes with various Admorim. On Shabbat, they toured the Old City and visited Yeshivat Ateret Kohanim, where they heard a sicha from Rav Aviner. In addition, the Rosh Hayshiva gave a shiur that was attended by the talmidim of Yeshivat Hakotel, as well.

Meanwhile, for the talmidim at Yeshiva, the Melaveh Malka featured Rav Aharon Hershler, an Alexander Chasid from Bnei Brak, who was also a close friend of Rav Shlomo Carlbach. He led the evening with inspirational nigunim, stories and divrei Torah.

Week of 24 Tevet - 1 Shevat / Jan. 18-24
Shabbat Va'era

Israeli H.S. Talmidim: Many prospective Israeli high-school juniors and seniors spent Thurs. through Shabbat at KBY, to experience learning at the Yeshiva. They heard shiurim and sichot from the Rosh Hayeshiva, Mashgiach, and Ramim, and enjoyed Shabbat Kiddush at the houses of the local avreichim. The Yeshiva looks forward to another strong year in both the Israeli and the overseas programs.

Daf Yomi Siyum: The Daf Yomi group, led by R. Zevi Roness, made a siyum on Masechet Menachot at a special Melave Malka for all the talmidim. The occasion was graced with the presence of Hamashgiach Rav Avraham Rivlin, who spoke about the concluding Mishna of Menachot, "Echad hamarbeh v'echad hamam'it – u'bilvad she'yechavein et libo lashamayim" Many additional talmidim joined the group for the beginning of Masechet Chulin.

Week of 17-23 Tevet / Jan. 11-17
Shabbat Shemot

Demonstration on Behalf of YESHA: Two busloads of talmidim and Yeshiva families participated in a major demonstration in Kikar Rabin in Tel-Aviv on behalf of the Yesha settlements. The Rosh Hayeshiva shlita explained that a poor turnout would signify that the nation is worn-out and would give the government a "green light" to do as it pleases. To minimize bitul Torah, the talmidim took seforim along with them to learn there.

Rambam: The Rosh Hayeshiva shlita gave a special shiur in commemoration of the Rambam's yahrzeit, as we begin the 800^th year. He discussed the Rambam's ruling regarding kedushat Eretz Yisrael and the Mikdash, and addressed the Rambam's method of ruling halacha based on letters of the Rambam.

Puah Convention: Avreichim of the Kollel participated in a convention sponsored by Puah Institute, an organization dedicated to fertility and medicine in accordance with halacha. The convention was on the topic of birth and nursing, and featured both halachic and medical experts.

Mazal Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Urie Lieberman, Director of Public Relations, upon the marriage of their daughter Tovi, to Ayal Sarid of Kvutzat Yavneh. The wedding was held in the Kibbutz, and a sheva brachot on Motzei Shabbat in the Yeshiva.
Mazal Tov to Yonatan and Riki Rubin of the Kollel upon the birth of their son, Aviad.

Week of 10-16 Tevet / Jan. 4-10
Shabbat Vayechi

10 Tevet: Rav Rivlin shlita delivered a sicha, "Constraining the Torah," in which he explained the tragedy inherent in translating the Torah into Greek, and connected it to the sin of the golden calf.

Overseas Shabbaton: The overseas talmidim spent Shabbat in Yerushalayim, accompanied by the Rosh Hayeshiva shlita, Rav Ahron Silver, and Rav Ari Katz. They left Fri. morning for a guided tour of the Kastel, which overlooks the main highway and was of strategic importance in the War of Independence, and of Armon Hanatziv, where the British Mandate had its headquarters. Afterwards they settled in at Beit-Gesher, a youth center near the Old City, where they spent Shabbat.

They davened Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel, and had a tish together with Rabbi Dr. Raphael Posen, the chazan for the Yamim Noraim. On Shabbat they enjoyed divrei Torah from the Rosh Hayeshiva, Rav Silver and Rav Katz, and on Motzei Shabbat they heard an inspiring sicha by Rabbi Zvi Sand, a KBY alumnus, on the topic of aliya.

Mazal Tov to R. Shai and Vered Walter upon the birth of a daughter, Tzipora Na'amah.

Week of 3-9 Tevet / Dec. 28 - Jan. 3
Shabbat Vayigash

YU Roshei Yeshiva: The Yeshiva has been privileged to hear shiurim from the various YU Roshei Yeshiva shlita who recently came to Israel. Shiurim were given to the overseas talmidim by Rabbi Rosensweig and Rabbi Willig. KBY was privileged to host Rabbi Meir Goldvicht for Shabbat Vayigash. Rabbi Schachter spent an afternoon in the Yeshiva and gave numerous shiurim to the talmidim and also to the Kollel.

IKHS website: The website of KBY's Avraham and Ruth Draisin Institute for Kiddush Hachodesh Studies (IKHS) has been revamped. Additions include new articles (including a fundamental treatment of the transition from a calender based on the moon-sighting to a fixed calendar, by Rav Shai Walter), a bibliography of modern works related to kiddush hachodesh, pictures of the new moon, a photogallery, and more.

Photo updates: Pictures of the overseas talmidim, of the Chanukah Mesibah, and of the 2nd-year Chanukah tiyul have recently been posted on the website's photogallery.

Mazal Tov to Yitzchak Goldberg upon his marriage to Miriam Sreter of Ramot. On Thurs. night, sheva brachot was held in the Yeshiva, organized by the talmidim. (Photos are available at the website.)

Week of 26 Kislev - 2 Tevet / Dec. 21-27
Shabbat Miketz / Chanukah

Chanukah 5764: Once again, the Yeshiva celebrated Chanukah with shiurim, sichot, dancing, mesibot, jelly doughnuts, and activities. Following candle-lighting in the Beit Midrash, sichot were given by Hamashgiach Rav Avraham Rivlin shlita, Hagaon Rav Zalman Nechemiah Goldberg shlita, and Rav Nachman Ehrenreich shlita.

The Chanukah Mesibah took place Tues. night, introduced by a film about the Yom Kippur war. It depicted the special role played by the Hesder talmidim in stopping the Syrian army on the Golan Heights, preventing them from capturing Teveria. This reminds us once again, as in the days of the Macabees, how we overcame the mighty and numerous with our strong belief in the Almighty. Afterwards, substantial cash awards were distributed to about one-hundred talmidim who succeeded in a test on all of Masechet Ketubot (which was learned last choref zman), as part of the Mifal Bekiut B'Shas Program, in memory of KBY's twenty-eight kedoshim and endowed in memory of Moshe Hagar z"l. Gift copies of Reshimot Shiurim, based on the teachings of Rabbi J.B. Soloveitchik, were also given out. Music at the Mesibah was provided by the "Gachelet Band," comprised of current KBY talmidim, with singing, dancing, and, of course, sufganiyot. Photos of the Mesibah are available at the photogallery.

The overseas talmidim had a two-day program at the Aish Hatorah Discovery Seminar in Yerushalayim. The second year talmidim (who attended the Discovery Seminar last year), went on a tiyul following the footsteps of Tanach. Photos of the tiyul are available at the photogallery.

Einav at KBY: Kerem B'Yavneh, in conjunction with the local council of Chevel Yavneh, hosted children from the settlement Einav (in the Shomron, east of Netanya, near Tulkarem) for two days of fun, activites, sports, and crafts. They arrived Tues. morning and enjoyed themselves at the petting zoo (meshek chai) in the kibbutz, including horseback riding. The day was packed with activities, and, at night, they participated in the Yeshiva's Chanukah Mesibah. They slept overnight at the various families of the Yeshiva, and went the next day on a trip to the olive plantation and oil press in nearby Bnei Darom and to Machon Ayalon (a clandestine weapons factory from the pre-State period) in Rechovot. A big Yishar Koach to the KBY women who oversaw the program, and to the families that hosted them for candle lighting, supper and sleeping.

Week of 19-25 Kislev / Dec. 14-20
Shabbat Vayeishev - Chanukah

Rav Chaim Druckman shlita spoke at the Kollel yom shishi adult education program.

Hagaon Rav Shlomo Fisher: Kerem B'Yavneh was privileged to host Dayan Rav Shlomo Fisher shlita for Shabbat Chanukah. He gave numerous shiurim and sichot throughout the Shabbat, which were attended attentively by Ramim and talmidim alike. At the Leil Shabbat Tish he answered questions, at which time he strongly encouraged learning iyun. On Shabbat morning he gave a shiur on zmanei hayom, and later in the day a sicha about Chanukah.

Aloh Na'aleh Melave Malka: On the first Motzei Shabbat of Chanukah, 800 overseas bnei yeshiva learning in Israel paticipated in a very enjoyable Melave Malka of Aloh Na'aleh, an organization dedicated to enouraging aliyah. Amongst the speakers were Rehovot's Chief Rabbi Simcha HaCohen Kook, who said that the thousands of students now learning in Israel could make important contributions to Jewish learning in Israel, just as many rabbis and scholars did over the centuries. KBY alumnus Avi Chermon explained why he and his wife moved to Israel. Rabbi Sholom Gold, spoke of what motivated him to consider Aliyah. He said that his late father left him a small suitcase that contained a letter from the authorities in Palestine, dated August 1946, stating that though his application to make Aliyah from the U.S. was granted, the British authorities refused to grant more visa certificates. Making Aliyah, then, Rabbi Gold stated, was "the fulfillment of my father's dream ... It was getting extremely difficult for me to daven and bentch ... You have to rekindle the passion for Eretz Israel so that you too will suffer from that blessed difficulty."

Mazal tov to Rosh Hayeshiva Rav Mordechai and Rabbanit Greenberg upon the birth of a granddaughter.
Mazal tov to Rav Yitzchak and Esti Levi upon the bar-mitzvah of their son, Chaim.
Mazal tov to R. Meir and Rina Avraham of the Kollel upon the birth of a daughter.

Week of 12-18 Kislev / Dec. 7-13
Shabbat Vayishlach

Yogav Barda visited the Palmachim airbase, continiuing the kesher from the week before.

The Yeshiva community expresses its condolences to Hamashgiach Rav Avraham Rivlin shlita upon the loss of his sister.
Mazal Tov to Rav Meir and Esther Orlian upon the bar-mitzvah of their son, Zvi.

Week of 5-11 Kislev / Nov. 30 - Dec. 6
Shabbat Vayeitzei

Rav Ari Katz left for recruitment in North America, meeting with prospective talmidim for the 5764-5 year. Rav Blachman will be in the States in Jan. for bechinot; details will be posted then. Director Eli Klein visited Antwerp and London, meeting with alumni and friends. Plans were laid gor Jubilee functions in both cities later this year.

In an initiative to enhance the Shabbat of the talmidim/ soldiers serving in the IDF, two fourth-year Israeli talmidim, Avichail Greenvald and Yaakov Shriki, spent Shabbat at the Palmachim airbase. They gave shiurim and shared divrei Torah with those present, uplifting their spirit of Shabbat. The Yeshiva expects to continue this initiative on a regular basis.

Week of 28 Cheshvan - 4 Kislev / Nov. 23-29
Shabbat Toldot

Yerocham Shabbaton: The overseas talmidim spent Shabbat in Yerocham, a development town in the Negev. On Fri. they hiked through Nachal Chaveirim and visited the observation point of the Machtesh, the "Grand Canyon" of Israel. Madrichim from the Yeshivat Hesder in Yerocham led an educational and emotional program on Shabbat, and explained to the talmidim the situation in the town. Impeccably kept roads lined with palm trees, and areas of modern art, hide the reality of the harsh plight of the town. New Sephardi immigrants who were brought there found their dreams of a "good life" in the Land of their fathers quickly evaporated. High unemployment, along with poor education and religious services, led to the breakdown of the family unit. This led to the breakdown of religious Sephardi culture, and left Yerocham in a pitiful state. Recently, the Israeli government has invested a lot of money in the city, and many good people have come to the town and are beginning to turn things around. The talmidim were joined by Rav Stav, who gave a shiur after Mincha, and R. Zvi Davidson of the Kollel.

Shabbat Horim: The Yeshiva hosted the parents and families of the second-year Israeli talmidim for Shabbat. On leil Shabbat they had a panel discussion with the administration and ramim about life in the Yeshiva and beyond, and left Kerem B'Yavneh impressed with the values of Torah imbued here.

Week of 21-27 Cheshvan / Nov. 16-22
Shabbat Chayei Sara

Hebron Melaveh Malka: Rav Michael Aharonov of the Kollel Dayanut led a special Melaveh Malka in honor of Hebron. The Jewish settlement in Hebron and Kiryat Arba celebrates Parshat Chayei Sara, the parsha in which Avraham Avinu acquired me'arat hamachpela, as Shabbat Hebron, hosting thousands of people for Shabbat. Rav Aharonav, whose in-laws lived in Kiryat Arba for many years, told stories and divrei Torah about Hebron.

Mazal Tov to R. Avi and Inbal Dahan upon the birth of a son.

Week of 14-20 Cheshvan / Nov. 9-15
Shabbat Vayeira

The Yeshiva had a quiet, uneventful week, as the talmidim settled in for the intensive choref zman.

Week of 7-13 Cheshvan / Nov. 2-9
Shabbat Lech Lecha

Toronto Shabbat and Dessert Reception: The Rosh Hayeshiva shlita and Rabbi Volk, Executive Director of the KBY office in North America, were guests in Toronto for Shabbat Noach, and spoke at various shuls in the community. Close to 250 people attended the 50th Anniversary Dessert Reception held Sunday evening at Congregation Bnai Torah. Those attending enjoyed looking at the 50th Anniversary Exhibit and the multi-media presentation of the Yeshiva and of the honorees. Mr. Eli Klein presented Mrs. Bessie Orfus with the Howard Orfus Memorial Award on the occasion of the establishment of a new endowment at the yeshiva. Mrs. Hannah Schusheim-Beigel, who received the Aishet Chayil Award, addressed the audience in a most moving manner, recalling her experiences from the time of the Holocaust, including her meeting Rabbanit Goldvicht in the concentration camp.

Additional presentations were made to Drs. Joseph and Cheryl Greenbaum (Parents of the Year Award); Daniel Grodzinski, Hersch Kanner, and Rabbi Dr. Moshe Yeres (Yavneh V'Chachameha Awards); to Rabbi Chaim Sacknovitz (Rabbinic Alumnus Award); and to Mr. Eli Klein, Director of Yeshivat Kerem B'Yavneh, for 40 years of dedicated service. Chazan Yakov Motzen's superb performance added to the special atmosphere of the evening. For a full description of the event, click here. Photos of the event are also available online.

Alumnus in NY Marathon: Daniel Coleman, a recent KBY alumnus from England, participated in the NY Marathon on behalf of Kisharon, a UK registered charity that caters to the educational needs and welfare of children with moderate to severe learning disabilities, and completed the run in 5 hours and 14 minutes.

The first blood drive of the year for Magen David Adom was held in Beit Brainin. Yishar Koach to the organizers and to the all those who donated.

Rav Chanoch Teller, the renown story-teller, was guest speaker at the Melave Malka at Yeshiva and inspired the talmidim with his touching stories.

Mazal Tov to Netanal Shushan upon his marriage to Inbal Amsalem.

Week of 30 Tishrei - 6 Cheshvan / Oct. 26 - Nov. 1
Shabbat Noach

Choref Zman 5764: The Yeshiva reopened for Choref Zman on Sun., the first day of Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan. This completes fifty years of Yeshivat Kerem B'Yavneh, which opened in Cheshvan 5714. The Rosh Hayeshiva shlita delivered the opening shiur, "The Written and Oral Torah," in which he discussed the prohibition to write the oral Torah and to cite the written Torah verbally. The Yeshiva is continuing to learn the first perek of Masechet Bava Kama in the morning, and the second perek in bekiut.

The ninth lecture-cycle of the Institute for Kiddush Hachodesh Studies began, with a nice attendance of over fifty participants.

Seforim: The Summer 5763 volume of Belechtecha Baderech, with a new design on the cover, was completed in time for the Jubilee Dinner in Yerushalayim. The table of contents and articles from the journal are now available online.
In addition, Hamashgiach Rav Rivlin published a two-volume set on the Haftorot, with three divrei Torah on each Haftorah. It can be ordered through the Israeli office.

Visit of MK Effi Eitam: Kerem B'Yavneh was honored by the visit of Mr. Effi Eitam, Minister of Housing, and head of the Religious Zionist Mafdal Party. He spoke of the unique role of religious Zionism, whose central ideology rests on the idea that the current State of Israel, with all of its challenges, is, indeed, atchalta de'geula. He encouraged talmidim to be involved in spreading the message of Religious Zionism to the population at large through a program of the Mafdal, Panim el panim. Afterwards he met with the administration and Ramim of the Yeshiva.

The Chatan Torah (Dayan Binyamin Be'eri shlita) and Chatan Bereishit (Rav Zechariah Tubi shlita) held a kiddush for the community.

Rain: Israel began saying the request for rain, "vetain tal umatar livracha," on Motzei Shabbat, whereas outside of Israel it is not said until the beginning of December. The poskim rule that talmidim who are here for the year should begin saying it already, whereas one who comes for a brief visit should mention the request in Shema Koleinu. [P.S. We have already been blessed with rain this season.]

Mazal Tov to Etan and Rivka Roitman of the Kollel upon the birth of a son.