Yaakov Yitzchok Ruderman

Rabbi and Talmudic scholar

Yaakov Yitzchok Ruderman - Rabbi and Talmudic scholar
Born

1901
124 years ago

Died

July 11th, 1987
37 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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A significant figure in American Jewish education, played a pivotal role in the development of Torah institutions in the United States. Founded the Ner Israel Rabbinical College in Baltimore, which became a leading institution for Talmudic learning. Adopted a rigorous approach to Jewish scholarship and inspired numerous students who went on to become influential rabbis and scholars. Emphasized the importance of both Torah study and secular education.

Founded the Ner Israel Rabbinical College

Developed American Jewish education

Influenced future generations of rabbis

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