Rabbi Kook undergoes medical procedure - and his father-in-law Rabbi Zilberstein convenes a revival and prayer gathering

Joseph Greenbaum
May 25, 2026   
Rabbi Kook with his father-in-law, Rabbi Zilberstein
Photo: 
David Sadeh

Deep concern over the medical condition of the 'Tzaddik of Tiberias', the Gaon Rabbi Dov Kook.

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Earlier today, Rabbi Kook underwent a special medical procedure. By the grace of God, the medical procedure ended very successfully, but according to those close to him, the road to recovery is still long. "The long-awaited change has not yet arrived, and we need to pray more," says his student and right-hand man, Rabbi Moshe Chaim Schneider, chairman of the Sheftei Cohen Institute and head of the Chesed LaAvraham - Kalisk institutions.

In light of the situation, the rabbi's father-in-law, Rabbi Zilberstein, ordered a special awakening and prayer meeting to be held this evening.

The rally will be held at the central synagogue in the Ramat Elchanan neighborhood in Bnei Brak, at 8:00 PM, and at its opening, Rabbi Zilberstein will deliver a speech of awakening and conquest to the audience.

Immediately afterwards, the eminent Rabbi Mordechai Shmuel Edelstein will pass in front of the Ark to recite Psalms in large numbers.

The public is called to petition in prayer, to tear open the gates of heaven, and to arouse abundant mercy for the complete and speedy recovery of the rabbi, Rabbi Dov ben Shoshana.


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