Bircas Hatorah
“Yeshivas Bircas HaTorah is an English-speaking yeshiva located in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem’s Old City. Established in 1989, the yeshiva offers a serious, structured Torah learning environment with a strong emphasis on Gemara, independent learning skills, personal growth and close relationships between rebbeim and talmidim. Its programs serve post-high-school bochurim, advanced students and adult learners from around the globe. The yeshiva combines intensive learning with a warm, supportive atmosphere, encouraging each student to develop as a committed and responsible Ben Torah.”
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Where to find Bircas Hatorah.
4 Ohr HaChaim Street, Jewish Quarter, Old City 9750602, Jerusalem, Israel
Rebbeim & Hanhala
Hanhala
Rabbi Nissim Tagger
Rosh Yeshiva
Facilities & living
Beis medrash, dormitories, dining, and common spaces — all within the Jerusalem campus.
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