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Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv
Jerusalem - Thousands of people have gathered at the Western Wall to pray for the health of Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv, considered the leader of the Ashekanzic Orthodox community worldwide. They are joined by thousands more in yeshivas and synagogues around the country. Dozens gather outside Rabbi Elyashiv's room in Shaare Tzedek Hospital, keeping a vigil over the aged sage and praying for his recovery.
The 101-year-old rabbi was hospitalized on Sunday after he felt ill. When he was taken to the hospital he was suffering from shortness of breath and low blood pressure. His lungs were cleared of some liquids that had gathered there. A crisis developed on Monday evening, his condition has deteriorated rapidly and is defined as critical.
Lord, we thank you for the life and ministry of Rabbi Elyashiv, which has touched so many lives. May your light and wisdom continue to guide him and all those who pray for him at this critical time. May your perfect will be done as we journey in you.
Lord, continue to raise up wise and gifted servants of your wisdom and love to lead all faiths to unity and peace in you.
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