Renowned Rabbi Visits Naugatuck Yeshiva for Unforgettable Shabbat

Mesivta Yesodei HaTorah hosts Rav Shimon Galai for a special weekend of Torah and community.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:08pm

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The Mesivta Yesodei HaTorah yeshiva in Naugatuck, Connecticut recently welcomed renowned Rabbi Shimon Galai for a special Shabbat celebration. The weekend featured Torah learning, community events, and an opportunity for the students to connect with the visiting scholar.

Why it matters

Visits from prominent rabbis are significant events for Orthodox Jewish communities, providing spiritual guidance and strengthening ties within the local religious institutions. Mesivta Yesodei HaTorah is an important center of Torah learning in the Naugatuck area, and hosting Rav Galai underscores the school's reputation and influence.

The details

Over the course of the Shabbat, Rav Galai delivered several lectures and led discussions on topics of Jewish law and philosophy. He also participated in communal meals and prayer services, allowing the students to interact with him directly. The weekend was described as an 'unforgettable' experience that left a lasting impact on the yeshiva community.

  • The event took place on the recent Shabbat of Parshat Hachodesh.

The players

Rav Shimon Galai

A renowned rabbi who visited the Mesivta Yesodei HaTorah yeshiva for a special Shabbat celebration.

Mesivta Yesodei HaTorah

An Orthodox Jewish yeshiva located in Naugatuck, Connecticut that hosted the weekend event with Rav Galai.

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The takeaway

This visit by a prominent rabbi underscores the important role that Mesivta Yesodei HaTorah plays in the spiritual life of the Naugatuck Orthodox Jewish community, providing opportunities for religious learning and community building.