Dvar Yerushalayim
“Yeshivat Dvar Yerushalayim is a long-established yeshiva in Har Nof, Jerusalem, founded by Rabbi Boruch Horovitz. It caters primarily to Jewish men from around the world who are beginning or developing their Torah learning, including students with limited backgrounds in Torah and university graduates. The yeshiva was one of the early institutions of the baal teshuva movement and has a strong emphasis on giving students a structured introduction to Torah sources while helping them develop the skills to continue learning independently. The atmosphere is international and intellectually oriented, with students coming from a wide range of backgrounds and classes offered in several languages. The program combines traditional Torah learning with Jewish philosophy, practical halacha, Hebrew Ulpan and discussion of modern issues. There is also a special one-year Jewish Studies program for post-high-school graduates and students coming from the UK sixth-form system. The overall style is geared toward someone looking to build a serious Jewish foundation and become more knowledgeable and observant, rather than a standard yeshiva for students coming with a strong yeshiva background.”
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53 Katzenellenbogen Street, Har Nof, 91344, Jerusalem, Israel
About
Yeshivat Dvar Yerushalayim is a long-established yeshiva in Har Nof, Jerusalem, founded by Rabbi Boruch Horovitz. It caters primarily to Jewish men from around the world who are beginning or developing their Torah learning, including students with limited backgrounds in Torah and university graduates. The yeshiva was one of the early institutions of the baal teshuva movement and has a strong emphasis on giving students a structured introduction to Torah sources while helping them develop the skills to continue learning independently.
The atmosphere is international and intellectually oriented, with students coming from a wide range of backgrounds and classes offered in several languages. The program combines traditional Torah learning with Jewish philosophy, practical halacha, Hebrew Ulpan and discussion of modern issues. There is also a special one-year Jewish Studies program for post-high-school graduates and students coming from the UK sixth-form system. The overall style is geared toward someone looking to build a serious Jewish foundation and become more knowledgeable and observant, rather than a standard yeshiva for students coming with a strong yeshiva background.
Support systems
Mentorship is built into the daily rhythm. The mashgiach and senior rabbanim are accessible, and additional support is available for bochurim who need it.
Rebbeim & Hanhala
Hanhala
Rabbi Boruch Horovitz
Rosh Yeshiva
Facilities & living
Beis medrash, dormitories, dining, and common spaces — all within the Jerusalem campus.
Admissions process
Admissions includes an application, interview, and an in-person visit when possible. Reach out to admissions directly for the current timeline.
What makes it different
- Kiruv
- Gap Year
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Additional notes
- Country
- Israel
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